What Patients Should Know
IOM provides early warning to surgeons by providing real-time neurophysiological data during a patient’s procedure.
IOM provides early warning to surgeons by providing real-time neurophysiological data during a patient’s procedure.
IOM is an integral part of many surgeries, including neurosurgery, orthopedic spine surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, vascular surgery, and otolaryngologic surgery. Any surgical procedure that involves your surgeon operating close to delicate nerves and their supporting vascular structures inherently places those structures at risk. IOM provides early warning to your surgeon by providing real-time neurophysiological data during your procedure. This data helps prevent or minimize potential surgical injury and post-operative deficits.
NuVasive Clinical Services (NCS) neurophysiologists and interpreting physicians are there to focus on your specific needs during the procedure. Having neurophysiologists in surgery facilitates effective communication among caregivers, helping improve recognition and response to changes in your neurophysiological status.