Sophie Urbanski
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Sophie Urbanski is a leading researcher in the field of spinal surgery, with a primary focus on the comparative effectiveness of robotic guidance, computer-assisted navigation, and conventional freehand techniques for pedicle screw placement. Her major contribution is the design and initiation of the landmark EUROSPIN study, a multicentre prospective observational investigation that directly addresses the critical gap in evidence regarding revision surgery rates following these different surgical approaches. This protocol paper, which has garnered 20 citations, establishes a rigorous framework for evaluating whether advanced technologies meaningfully reduce the need for costly and risky revision procedures in thoracolumbar spinal fusion. By moving beyond simple radiological accuracy metrics to focus on patient-relevant outcomes like reoperation, Urbanski’s work is shaping how the spine community assesses the true value of surgical innovation. Her research is essential reading for orthopaedic and neurosurgeons, residents, and medical device researchers seeking high-quality, real-world data on the clinical impact of robotic and navigated spine surgery.
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