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Say Yes to Total Hips - March 2014 - Outpatient Surgery Magazine

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9 1 M A R C H 2 0 1 4 | O U T P AT I E N T S U R G E R Y M A G A Z I N E O N L I N E minimally invasive cases, where visualization tends to be more limit- ed. • Power tools are largely based on surgeon preference. Plenty of good options are available: pneumatic, electric, battery-powered, hand- or foot-controlled with varying speed settings. I prefer foot-pedal con- trolled tools with graded speed options because they give me greater control of power and torque, and provide more stability around deli- cate spine anatomy. • Tables must be radiolucent so segments don't block views or destroy the quality of 3D images used during navigation or verification of hardware placement. Look for user-friendly designs that make engaging and adjusting the table's surface simple and easy. Patient safety is a primary concern. Ensure the table has comfortable padding that protects pressure points during lengthy procedures and is designed so patients remain secured to its surface during mid-proce- dure positioning adjustments. OSM Dr. Villavicencio ( atv@b nasurg .com ) is the senior physician-partner at Boulder Neurosurgical & Spine Associates in Boulder, Colo. S P I N E OSE_1403_part2_Layout 1 3/5/14 10:53 AM Page 91

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