Background/Objectives: Dynamic computer-assisted surgery (dCAS) has emerged as a promising tool, particularly in implantology, enabling real-time procedural adjustments through 3D image-based tracking. However, their application in other areas of ora...
29 July 2026
Background: Extended reality (XR) technologies, including augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR), and virtual reality (VR), are increasingly used in craniomaxillofacial (CMF) surgery; yet, no study has systematically mapped the global development...
In this paper, we investigate a motion-tracking system for robotic computer-assisted implant surgery. Failure of the accurate implant positioning may result in significant problems, thus an accurate real-time motion-tracking system is crucial for avo...
Computer-assisted surgery (CAS) in maxillary reconstruction has proven its value regarding more predictable postoperative results. However, the accuracy evaluation methods differ between studies, and no meta-analysis has been performed yet. A systema...
Background and Objectives: The present systematic review and meta-analysis undertake a comparison of studies that examine the accuracy of robot-assisted dental implant placement in relation to static computer-assisted implant surgery (SCAIS), dynamic...
Background: Recently, intraoral scanning (IOS) has been proposed as a new tool to evaluate the accuracy of static computer-assisted implant surgery (s-CAIS); however, further research is needed to improve the precision of IOS for full-arch impression...
Background: Achieving adequate margins in pelvic bone tumor resection remains difficult, as conventional navigation provides no direct three-dimensional margin feedback. We proposed an innovative dangerous region generation method based on 3D image r...
Background/Objectives: Pediatric orbital tumors are rare and complex, requiring multidisciplinary care at specialized centers. Contemporary treatment paradigms emphasize centralized care delivery through experienced multidisciplinary teams to optimiz...
Static computer-assisted implant surgery (sCAIS) relies on a chain of digital, manufacturing, and clinical steps to transfer the virtually planned implant position to the patient. Although static surgical guides improve implant placement accuracy com...
This study compared the accuracy of static computer-assisted implant surgery (sCAIS) planned through dental surface image registration and fiducial marker registration. Stone models of 30 patients were converted into digital dental casts by using a d...
In recent years, patient-specific spinal drill guides (3DPGs) have gained widespread popularity. Several studies have shown that the accuracy of screw insertion with these guides is superior to that obtained using the freehand insertion technique, bu...
The aim of this model-base study was to compare the accuracy of implant placement between static and dynamic computer-assisted implant surgery (CAIS) systems in a fresh extraction socket and healed ridge. A randomized in vitro study was conducted. Tw...
Background and Objectives: The rehabilitation of the atrophic posterior maxilla with pterygoid implant presents a significant challenge due to complex regional anatomy and limited visual access. This study aimed to compare the accuracy of a dynamic c...
Background and Objectives: Static Computer-Assisted Implant Surgery (sCAIS) can be performed with different drill guiding systems. This study aimed to compare the accuracy of two guiding concepts of sCAIS in partially edentulous cases. Materials and ...
Background/Objectives: Metallic sleeves are widely used in static computer-assisted implant surgery (sCAIS), whereas sleeve-free guides may simplify the workflow. This systematic review and meta-analysis compared metallic-sleeved and sleeve-free guid...
In the medical field, guidance to follow the surgical plan is crucial. Image overlay projection is a solution to link the surgical plan with the patient. It realizes augmented reality (AR) by projecting computer-generated image on the surface of the...
Primary bone sarcomas are rare tumors and surgical resection in combination with chemo and radiation therapy is the mainstay of treatment. Some specific anatomical sites still represent a reconstructive challenge due to their complex three-dimensiona...
Today, image-guided systems play a significant role in improving the outcome of diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. They provide crucial anatomical information during the procedure to decrease the size and the extent of the approach, to reduce...
The aim of our randomized clinical study was to analyze the influence of surgical experience and bone density on the accuracy of static computer-assisted implant surgery (CAIS) in edentulous jaws using a mucosa-supported surgical template with a half...
Computer-assisted orthopedic surgery (CAOS) systems have become one of the most important and challenging types of system in clinical orthopedics, as they enable precise treatment of musculoskeletal diseases, employing modern clinical navigation syst...
Purpose: Computer-assisted tissue image analysis (CATIA) enables an optical biopsy of human tissue during minimally invasive surgery and endoscopy. Thus far, it has been implemented in gastrointestinal, endometrial, and dermatologic examinations that...
Background: This article provides a scoping review on the current status of Image-Guided Navigation with various forms of digital technologies, including Extended Reality, Augmented Reality Head-Mounted Displays (AR–HMDs) and Robot-Assisted Sur...
Alignment strategies for primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA) have changed significantly over time with a shift towards a more individualized alignment goal. At the same time, computer-assisted surgery (CAS) has gained interest for intraoperative co...
Background: Intraosseous vascular anomalies in the facial skeleton present significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges due to complex anatomy. These anomalies represent about 0.5–1% of bony neoplastic and tumor-like lesions, usually prese...
Traditional dental implant surgery has been challenged by the phenomenal progression in computer-assisted surgery (CAS) that we have been witnessing in recent years. Among the computer-aided technologies, computer-aided design and computer-aided manu...
Since the da Vinci surgical system was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2000, the development and deployment of various robot-assisted minimally invasive surgery (MIS) systems have been largely expedited and boomed. With the rapi...
The application of surgical navigation in oral and maxillo-facial surgery has been increasing over time. In fact, computer-assisted surgery provides real-time, precise, and accurate position and guidance during surgery. The purpose of our work is to...
The long-term outcomes of osteosarcoma have improved; however, patients with metastases, recurrence or axial disease continue to have a poor prognosis. Computer navigation in surgery is becoming ever more commonplace, and the proposed advantages, inc...
Background: Dynamic computer-aided navigation systems are a real-time motion tracking technology widely applied in oral implantology and endodontics to enhance precision and reduce complications. However, their reliability, accuracy, and usability in...
The bone-anchored port (BAP) is an investigational implant, which is intended to be fixed on the temporal bone and provide vascular access. There are a number of implants taking advantage of the stability and available room in the temporal bone. Thes...
Contemporary computer-assisted technologies can support the surgical team in the treatment of patients affected by dentofacial deformities. Based on own experiences of 350 patients that received orthognathic surgery by the same team from 2007 to 2015...
The reconstruction and rehabilitation of jaws following ablative surgery have been transformed in recent years by the development of computer-assisted surgery and virtual surgical planning. In this narrative literature review, we aim to discuss the c...
25 October 2025
Computer-assisted surgery (CAS) and virtual surgical planning (VSP) have transformed jaw reconstruction, allowing immediate insertion of dental implants during surgery for better rehabilitation of occlusal function. However, traditional planning for...
Background/Objectives: Orthognathic surgery has evolved with digital advancements, improving precision and predictability. Traditional free-hand techniques rely on surgeon expertise, often leading to variable outcomes. Fully guided approaches integra...
In computer-assisted surgery, it is typically required to detect when the tool comes into contact with the patient. In activated electrosurgery, this is known as the energy event. By continuously tracking the electrosurgical tools’ location usi...
The development of artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms has permeated the medical field with great success. The widespread use of AI technology in diagnosing and treating several types of cancer, especially colorectal cancer (CRC), is now attracti...
Background/Objectives: Implant-supported rehabilitations using the All-on-4 concept represent a viable treatment option for completely edentulous patients. The guided surgery software allows for the performance of a flapless computer-guided surgery w...
Orthognathic surgery plays a vital role in correcting various skeletal discrepancies of the maxillofacial region. Achieving optimal occlusion is a fundamental aspect of orthognathic surgery planning, as it directly influences postoperative outcomes a...
Background: The identification of small lung nodules is challenging during mini-invasive thoracic surgery. Unable to palpate them directly, surgeons have developed several methods to preoperatively localize pulmonary nodules, including the computed t...
Background: Reconstruction of the maxilla and midface remains one of the most demanding challenges in craniofacial surgery, requiring precise planning and a clear understanding of defect geometry to achieve functional and esthetic restoration. Advanc...
Despite the globally ascertained success of Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) procedure, 20% of patients are still unsatisfied with the surgery results. The purpose of the study is to identify the functional and radiological outcomes of the computer-assi...
Computer-assisted surgical simulation (CASS) in craniomaxillofacial (CMF) surgery is traditionally performed using a computer interface (CI) with a two-dimensional monitor, while the adoption of immersive virtual reality (VR) remains limited. This st...
Restoration of the orbit is the first and most predictable step in the surgical treatment of orbital fractures. Orbital reconstruction is keyhole surgery performed in a confined space. A technology-supported workflow called computer-assisted surgery...
Intertrochanteric femoral fractures are commonly treated with intramedullary nails (IMNs). A tip–apex distance (TAD) of more than 20–25 mm is associated with an increased risk of cut-out. The Stryker Adaptive Positioning System (ADAPT) is...
Background: Zygomatico-maxillary complex (ZMC) fractures are prevalent facial injuries with significant functional and aesthetic implications. Computer-assisted surgery (CAS) offers precise surgical planning and outcome evaluation. The study aimed to...
Video-recorded robotic-assisted surgeries allow the use of automated computer vision and artificial intelligence/deep learning methods for quality assessment and workflow analysis in surgical phase recognition. We considered a dataset of 209 videos o...
Objectives: The study’s objective was to evaluate the accuracy of dynamic computer-assisted surgical implant placement systems during practical training on fresh defrozen cephali. Methods: Three defrozen cephali with terminal dentition received...
Background: Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) is a prevalent surgical procedure for treating severe knee arthritis, aiming to alleviate pain and restore function. Recent advancements have introduced computer-assisted (CAS) and robot-assisted (RA-TKA) sur...
9 July 2020
Study Design: This study presents a case-control study of 33 patients who underwent secondary orbital reconstruction, evaluating techniques and outcome. Objective: Adequate functional and aesthetical appearance are main goals for secondary orbital re...
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition affecting the whole joint with the underlying bone, representing a major source of pain, disability, and socioeconomic cost worldwide. Age is considered the strongest risk factor, albeit abnormal biomechanic...
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