Surgery at the Central Defense Hospital Gómez-Ulla with Zerintia HealthTech
The Telemedicine, Surgery, and Traumatology Unit at the Central Defense Hospital Gómez-Ulla has successfully performed a complex procedure involving the replacement of a spinal fixation plate, thanks to Zerintia HealthTech’s technology. During the operation, medical devices such as imaging arcs, vital sign monitors, and cameras were integrated, allowing for the remote connection of medical specialists from the Defense Health to provide real-time support during the procedure.
Technological Innovation for Cutting-Edge Surgery
The replacement of a spinal fixation plate is a highly specialized procedure. This technological advancement has enabled the exceptional medical professionals at the Central Defense Hospital Gómez-Ulla to carry out a surgical intervention that demands precision and expertise.
When is Spinal Fixation Indicated, and What are its Benefits?
Spinal fixation and arthrodesis is a surgical technique used to immobilize the back joints using screws and rods, along with the addition of bone graft to achieve the fusion of two or more vertebrae and stabilize the operated segment. This surgery is recommended in cases of lumbar spine instability or deformity, and its indication is based on clinical and imaging parameters.
Spinal fixation offers significant benefits to patients by restoring the stability of the spine. Initial lumbar instability can lead to muscle contractions and mobility difficulties, and in more severe cases, it can result in nerve entrapment due to this instability.
Zerintia HealthTech’s technology has proven to be an invaluable tool in performing complex procedures such as the replacement of a spinal fixation plate, ensuring a higher level of precision and real-time remote medical support. This combination of medical expertise and innovative technology continues to transform and enhance healthcare. Once again, we express our gratitude to the Central Defense Hospital Gómez-Ulla for providing hope and a better quality of life to patients in need of these specialized procedures.
The integration of various medical devices such as imaging arcs, vital sign monitors, or cameras, to which medical specialists from the Defense Health connected externally to provide support during the procedure, enabled the successful execution of a complex surgical intervention for the replacement of a spinal fixation plate.
Specialists emphasize that between 60% and 80% of fixation surgeries are performed in the lumbar spine, underscoring the significance of this procedure in the treatment of various spinal conditions.
