Michael Barbella, Managing Editor06.02.23
Augmedics has introduced new U.S. Food and Drug Administration-cleared features and indications for its xvision Spine System. The update signifies xvision’s largest expansion since commercial launch and creates a technical foundation for future platform developments.
Included among the new features are artificial intelligence (AI) image enhancement functionality and new customizable views, which further expand xvision’s advanced visualization and customization capabilities. In addition, new cervical and iliosacral indications join existing thoracic, lumbar, and sacral indications to expand xvision’s clearance to nearly the whole spine, allowing surgeons to benefit from the advantages of xvision navigation in posterior cervical and pelvic approaches, where anatomic and visualization challenges can significantly impact the procedure.
“This is a significant step forward for xvision in what is proving already to be a noteworthy year,” Augmedics President/CEO Kevin Hykes said. “Our new cervical and iliosacral indications mean more surgeons—and consequently more patients—are benefiting from the accuracy, precision, and confidence of xvision navigation. We are also thrilled to launch our first application of AI, which represents the tip of the iceberg in terms of decision support and planning tools for surgeons. These new capabilities and indications are an exciting step into the future as we continue to revolutionize the field of augmented reality navigation.”
The company began rollout of the new updates to its user base, which spans 21 U.S. states, earlier this year. User feedback has thus far been overwhelmingly positive.
“xvision is a 'whole new beast' in the best way possible,” said Dr. Tyler G. Smith, orthopedic spine surgeon and founder of the Sierra Spine Institute in Roseville, Calif. “The AI-enhanced 3D model and 2D images are transformative in terms of visualization, and the new lateral x-ray view is an excellent tool for seamless tulip head alignment. This is the happiest I’ve been yet with navigation.”
Augmedics develops augmented reality technologies to improve surgical outcomes. The company’s xvision Spine System allows surgeons to see patients’ anatomy as if they have “X-ray vision” and accurately navigate instruments and implants during spine procedures. The first-of-its-kind xvision has been used to treat more than 3,000 patients and implant over 16,500 pedicle screws across 21 U.S. states. xvision has consistently demonstrated 97%-100% accuracy of pedicle screw placement across multiple patient studies.
Included among the new features are artificial intelligence (AI) image enhancement functionality and new customizable views, which further expand xvision’s advanced visualization and customization capabilities. In addition, new cervical and iliosacral indications join existing thoracic, lumbar, and sacral indications to expand xvision’s clearance to nearly the whole spine, allowing surgeons to benefit from the advantages of xvision navigation in posterior cervical and pelvic approaches, where anatomic and visualization challenges can significantly impact the procedure.
“This is a significant step forward for xvision in what is proving already to be a noteworthy year,” Augmedics President/CEO Kevin Hykes said. “Our new cervical and iliosacral indications mean more surgeons—and consequently more patients—are benefiting from the accuracy, precision, and confidence of xvision navigation. We are also thrilled to launch our first application of AI, which represents the tip of the iceberg in terms of decision support and planning tools for surgeons. These new capabilities and indications are an exciting step into the future as we continue to revolutionize the field of augmented reality navigation.”
The company began rollout of the new updates to its user base, which spans 21 U.S. states, earlier this year. User feedback has thus far been overwhelmingly positive.
“xvision is a 'whole new beast' in the best way possible,” said Dr. Tyler G. Smith, orthopedic spine surgeon and founder of the Sierra Spine Institute in Roseville, Calif. “The AI-enhanced 3D model and 2D images are transformative in terms of visualization, and the new lateral x-ray view is an excellent tool for seamless tulip head alignment. This is the happiest I’ve been yet with navigation.”
Augmedics develops augmented reality technologies to improve surgical outcomes. The company’s xvision Spine System allows surgeons to see patients’ anatomy as if they have “X-ray vision” and accurately navigate instruments and implants during spine procedures. The first-of-its-kind xvision has been used to treat more than 3,000 patients and implant over 16,500 pedicle screws across 21 U.S. states. xvision has consistently demonstrated 97%-100% accuracy of pedicle screw placement across multiple patient studies.