TY - JOUR
T1 - Computer Assisted Navigation Does Not Improve Outcomes in Posterior Fusion for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
AU - Singh, Aaron
AU - Kotzur, Travis
AU - Peterson, Blaire
AU - Koslosky, Ezekial
AU - Emukah, Chimobi
AU - Chaput, Christopher
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
© The Author(s) 2024.
PY - 2024
Y1 - 2024
N2 - Study Design: Retrospective Cohort Study. Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of CT-based computer assisted navigation (CAN) to conventional pedicle screw placement for patients with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS). Methods: This retrospective cohort study drew data from the National Readmissions Database, years 2016-2019. Patients undergoing posterior fusion for AIS, either via CAN or fluoroscopic-guided procedures, were identified via ICD-10 codes. Multivariate regression was performed to compare outcomes between operative techniques. Negative binomial regression was used to asses discharge disposition, while Gamma regression was performed to assess length of stay (LOS) and total charges. Patient demographics and comorbidities, measured via the Elixhauser comorbidity index, were both controlled for in our regression analysis. Results: 28,868 patients, 2095 (7.3%) undergoing a CAN procedure, were included in our analysis. Patients undergoing CAN procedures had increased surgical complications (Odds Ratio (OR) 2.23; P < 0.001), namely, blood transfusions (OR 2.47; P < 0.001). Discharge disposition and LOS were similar, as were reoperation and readmission rates; however, total charges were significantly greater in the CAN group (OR 1.37; P < 0.001). Mean charges were 191,489.42 (119,302.30) USD for conventional surgery vs 268 589.86 (105,636.78) USD for the CAN cohort. Conclusion: CAN in posterior fusion for AIS does not appear to decrease postoperative complications and is associated with an increased need for blood transfusions. Given the much higher total cost of care that was also seen with CAN, this study calls into question whether the use of CAN is justified in this setting.
AB - Study Design: Retrospective Cohort Study. Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of CT-based computer assisted navigation (CAN) to conventional pedicle screw placement for patients with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS). Methods: This retrospective cohort study drew data from the National Readmissions Database, years 2016-2019. Patients undergoing posterior fusion for AIS, either via CAN or fluoroscopic-guided procedures, were identified via ICD-10 codes. Multivariate regression was performed to compare outcomes between operative techniques. Negative binomial regression was used to asses discharge disposition, while Gamma regression was performed to assess length of stay (LOS) and total charges. Patient demographics and comorbidities, measured via the Elixhauser comorbidity index, were both controlled for in our regression analysis. Results: 28,868 patients, 2095 (7.3%) undergoing a CAN procedure, were included in our analysis. Patients undergoing CAN procedures had increased surgical complications (Odds Ratio (OR) 2.23; P < 0.001), namely, blood transfusions (OR 2.47; P < 0.001). Discharge disposition and LOS were similar, as were reoperation and readmission rates; however, total charges were significantly greater in the CAN group (OR 1.37; P < 0.001). Mean charges were 191,489.42 (119,302.30) USD for conventional surgery vs 268 589.86 (105,636.78) USD for the CAN cohort. Conclusion: CAN in posterior fusion for AIS does not appear to decrease postoperative complications and is associated with an increased need for blood transfusions. Given the much higher total cost of care that was also seen with CAN, this study calls into question whether the use of CAN is justified in this setting.
KW - complications
KW - cost analysis
KW - navigation
KW - orthopedics
KW - posterior fusion
KW - scoliosis
KW - spine surgery
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U2 - 10.1177/21925682241274373
DO - 10.1177/21925682241274373
M3 - Article
C2 - 39116341
AN - SCOPUS:85200984860
SN - 2192-5682
JO - Global Spine Journal
JF - Global Spine Journal
ER -