Robotic-Assisted Transcorporeal Procedure System for Cervical Spine Surgery

A next-generation system for performing transcorporeal procedures in the cervical spine, leveraging robotics, navigation, and virtual reality to enhance precision, safety, and patient outcomes.

The original patent disclosed a method and apparatus for placement of vertebral body replacement devices into a transcorporeal void during a surgical operation on the cervical portion of the spine. However, the existing approach has limitations in terms of accuracy, speed, and patient safety. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a robotic-assisted system that enables more precise and efficient procedures.

The system comprises a robotic arm configured to create a void in a vertebral body, a vertebral body replacement device configured to be placed into the void, and a navigation system configured to guide the robotic arm and vertebral body replacement device during the procedure. The system may also include a virtual reality interface for real-time visualization, a machine learning algorithm for predicting optimal device placement, and a haptic feedback system for training surgeons. The vertebral body replacement device features a modular design with interchangeable components and a sensor for monitoring its position and orientation.

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in transcorporeal procedures by integrating robotics, navigation, and virtual reality. The inventive concept's novelty lies in the combination of these technologies to achieve unprecedented precision, speed, and safety in cervical spine surgery.

Alternative embodiments may include variations in the robotic arm's design, the navigation system's architecture, or the virtual reality interface's features. The system could also be adapted for use in other spinal regions or for treating different types of spinal disorders.

The robotic-assisted transcorporeal procedure system has significant commercial potential in the spinal surgery market, with potential applications in hospitals, clinics, and surgical centers. The system's advanced features and improved patient outcomes could lead to increased adoption and market share.