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Robotic navigation significantly improves pedicle screw placement accuracy (96.9%–100% in studies) compared to conventional freehand techniques, which have a 10–15% malposition rate.
While there is a learning curve for patient positioning, the system allows for fast screw placement.
The for "Grade A" screw placement (Gertzbein-Robbins system).
robotic dialog during thoracolumbar and sacral surgery - PMC
It reduces radiation exposure to staff and patients compared to conventional fluoroscopy.