Spine Surgery Video Observation Study. The Creation of a Benchmark Video (RGB-Depth) Dataset to Investigate the Feasibility of Developing a Markerless Tracking System for Spine Surgery.

Launched by IMPERIAL COLLEGE LONDON · Aug 28, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

The Spine Surgery Video Observation Study aims to create a collection of videos that show different types of spine surgeries, both traditional and minimally invasive. The goal is to use these videos, along with pre-surgery CT scans (which are detailed images of the spine), to develop a new tracking system that can help surgeons perform spine surgeries more effectively without needing special markers on the patient's body. This study is important because it could improve how surgeries are done and ultimately lead to better outcomes for patients with spine issues like injuries or degeneration.

To participate in the study, patients must be between the ages of 65 and 74 and have a scheduled spine surgery that involves a posterior approach, meaning the surgery is done from the back of the body. If you're under 18 or if your doctor believes you may not be able to give informed consent, you won't be eligible to join. This study is not currently recruiting participants, but it offers a unique opportunity to contribute to advancements in spine surgery technology that could benefit many patients in the future.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Candidate surgeries include all spine surgeries taking a posterior approach. This includes both 'open' and 'minimally invasive' surgeries, provided some portion of vertebrae bone is exposed.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Candidate surgeries will be excluded if the patient is under the age of 18 or the clinical lead feels the patient lacks capacity to consent.