Major problems CAOS is facing / 中华创伤骨科杂志

ABSTRACT

Rapid progress has been made in computer assisted orthopedic surgery (CAOS) in the last decade. It has been clinically used in nearly every domain of orthopedic surgery. Its clinical benefits are no longer questioned. Because of limitations of devices and technology, CAOS is now facing the following problems today: First, there have been no generally accepted standards for the equipment, operative procedures or evaluation of the results. Secondly, there have been many potential pitfalls due to incorrect use of the devices and incorrect navigational feedbacks. Thirdly, the devices are expensive and the techniques of CAOS are still faulty. To be aware of the problems helps us to understand the technology thoroughly and reduce financial losses and clinical risks in application. Orthopedists should not rush to apply this technology in their operation rooms with no regard of their particular conditions.