SGPGI Lucknow Introduces O-Arm System for Advanced Spine Surgeries

The upgrade is aimed at improving precision and safety in complex spine procedures. The O-arm system provides real-time, 360-degree scans along with CT-like 3D imaging during surgery.

Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) in Lucknow has introduced a ₹10-crore O-arm imaging and spinal navigation system at its Apex Trauma Centre and has successfully performed spinal surgery using the technology.

The upgrade is aimed at improving precision and safety in complex spine procedures. The O-arm system provides real-time, 360-degree scans along with CT-like 3D imaging during surgery.

This allows surgeons to clearly visualize the spine while operating and place implants such as screws and rods with greater accuracy. The system also supports better navigation during procedures, which is especially important in delicate and high-risk spinal surgeries.

Doctors at SGPGI said that the use of intraoperative imaging helps reduce errors, lowers the need for repeat surgeries, and improves overall patient outcomes. It can also minimize radiation exposure compared to multiple traditional scans and helps in faster decision-making during operations.

The technology has already been used successfully in a spine surgery at the Apex Trauma Centre, marking its practical implementation. It is expected to play a key role in treating spinal injuries, deformities, and trauma cases that require precise surgical intervention.

Looking ahead, doctors at the institute plan to expand the use of the O-arm system for more complex cases and strengthen spine care services further. The addition reflects a broader move toward adopting advanced medical technologies to support safer and more effective surgical treatment.

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