Recently, the Perlove Medical Orthopedic Mobile 3D C-Arm was introduced into the First People’s Hospital of Anning and has been put into clinical use.
As a national key clinical specialty construction project, the Pain Department of the First People’s Hospital of Anning, affiliated with Kunming University of Science and Technology, has been carrying out minimally invasive spinal interventional treatments since 1995. Over the years, it has provided pain relief for nearly 60,000 patients from 129 counties and cities across 19 provinces, with a total of approximately 40,000 minimally invasive disc surgeries and nearly 20,000 spinal endoscopic surgeries, ranking among the top in China.
Imaging Guidance Requirements in the Pain Department
In spinal surgeries performed in the Pain Department, the focus of imaging guidance is on “accuracy” and “safety”. The requirements for intraoperative imaging guidance in pain-related surgeries are higher than those in orthopedics, as these procedures often require more precise operations, especially when performing targeted minimally invasive treatments in complex areas like the spine.
Clinical Applications of Orthopedic Mobile 3D C-Arm
Assisting Accurate Target Localization:
Spinal surgeries in the Pain Department are centered on “neuroregulation” and require precise planning of the puncture path to avoid damaging normal tissues. Therefore, there are higher demands for the clarity of imaging provided by the orthopedic mobile 3D C-arm.
Ensuring Safe Access:
Percutaneous puncture or endoscopic access requires millimeter-level path planning (such as the “safe triangle” of the foramen), strictly avoiding blood vessels, nerve roots, and internal structures. The spine is surrounded by dense neural and vascular structures, and traditional 2D imaging may lead to misjudgment due to overlapping structures.
Safety Requirements for Low-Dose Imaging:
Multiple fluoroscopic verifications are needed during surgery. To ensure the safety of both the medical staff and patients, there are higher requirements for radiation dose control in orthopedic mobile 3D C-arm equipment during the procedure.
Orthopedic Mobile 3D C-Arm Imaging
Why Choose Perlove Medical’s Orthopedic Mobile 3D C-Arm?
3D Imaging for Accurate Targeting and Precision Treatment:
The orthopedic mobile 3D C-arm can generate 3D spinal images and CT-like cross-sectional images during surgery. The 3D imaging accurately restores the anatomical structure of the surgical area, while the CT-like images clearly present multiple cross-sectional anatomical relationships. This dual approach provides doctors with a comprehensive view for observation and judgment. Studies show that the nerve damage rate under 3D guidance during puncture is significantly lower than that under 2D imaging guidance (Source: Pain Physician, 2022).
For example, in surgeries such as the “Endoscopic-assisted Disc Herniation Removal + Annular Suturing”, 3D imaging guidance helps reconstruct the 3D anatomical structure of the spine in real-time during surgery, allowing for precise localization of the endoscopic access path. This assists doctors in performing high-quality disc removal and annular suturing, ultimately restoring the natural environment of the nerve tissues and improving the patient’s postoperative quality of life.
Balancing Efficiency and Safety:
A single 3D scan replaces multiple-angle fluoroscopy, improving surgical efficiency. The advanced dose control technology of the equipment minimizes radiation exposure while maintaining image quality, ensuring the safety of both patients and medical staff.
Driven by technological innovation, the First People’s Hospital of Anning has introduced Perlove Medical’s Orthopedic Mobile 3D C-Arm to promote the high-quality development of the regional pain department. The introduction of the 3D C-arm not only supports the development of national-level key clinical specialties but also marks a milestone in the regional advancement of pain management. The Pain Department of the First People’s Hospital of Anning will continue to leverage innovation to break through the fog of pain, ensuring precision in every treatment.
