According to Mr. Huy Le Quang, MD, PhD (Head of the Department of Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery at Hong Ngoc - Phuc Truong Minh General Hospital):
“With the growing trend toward minimally invasive surgery, C-arm has become an indispensable tool in orthopedic trauma procedures. It helps accurately locate entry points, anatomical landmarks, and instrument positioning, particularly in minimally invasive spine surgeries, arthroscopy, and complex fracture fixation.
However, fully optimizing its application remains a challenge, especially given that each surgical case requires a different imaging approach and technique. Therefore, Hong Ngoc General Hospital is organizing the workshop “The Intraoperative use of C-arm Fluoroscopy in Surgical Practice” to provide a platform for medical professionals to exchange practical experiences and update their knowledge on the latest techniques for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.”
The program will take place on August 9th, 2025, at Hong Ngoc - Phuc Truong Minh General Hospital.
The workshop features the globally renowned medical technology company Siemens Healthineers, along with leading orthopedic trauma experts from Austria, Japan, and Taiwan (China) and Vietnam. The program includes the sharing of experiences through seven scientific presentations and two live surgical demonstrations.
The event is expected to provide a multi-dimensional perspective on the application of advanced C-arm technology, contributing to the optimization of efficacy in orthopedic trauma surgery.
The workshop gathers leading orthopedic trauma experts from Europe and Asia
Opening the program, Prof. Priv.-Doz. Dr. Dietmar Krappinger, PhD, MBA (Deputy Director of the Level 1 Trauma Center at Innsbruck Medical University, Austria) will present the minimally invasive technique for managing acetabular fractures, emphasizing the critical role of medical imaging in surgical planning and navigation, particularly in complex cases, under the topic: “Acetabular fracture: Diagnostic Imaging and Surgery of Complex cases guided by Fluoroscopy.”
Next, Prof. Hiranaka Takafumi, MD, PhD (Director of the Joint Surgery Center, Takatsuki General Hospital, Japan) will share his expertise in optimizing screw placement through proper adjustment of imaging angles and the use of fluoroscopy, as part of his presentation on the topic: “Optimizing Intraoperative Imaging during Proximal Femoral Fracture Fixation”
In addition, Assoc. Prof. Meng-Huang Wu, MD, PhD (Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedics at Taipei Medical University Hospital, Taiwan (China)) will present his solution on “AI in Endoscopic Spine Surgery: Transforming Precision and Patient Outcomes” aiming to enhance lesion localization accuracy and streamline instrument navigation while minimizing the impact on surrounding soft tissues, nerves, and blood vessels in the endoscopic area.
On the topic of “EUA-based decision and coronoid-first via anterior approach for Terrible Triad Injury of the elbow”, Dr. Ming-Fai Cheng (Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan (China)) will shed light on the indications, surgical approach, and stepwise management of coronoid process fractures, radial head injuries, and lateral collateral ligament lesions.
One of the workshop's key presentations will be delivered by Mr. Huy Le Quang, MD, PhD (Head of the Department of Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery at Hong Ngoc - Phuc Truong Minh General Hospital) on the topic “Achieving precise cup positioning in total hip arthroplasty”. He will share his experience on controlling acetabular inclination and anteversion angles under fluoroscopic guidance. This approach helps reduce the risk of dislocation and minimizes the need for revision surgery after total hip replacement.
Dr. Le Quang Huy, MD, PhD performs fracture fixation surgeries utilizing 3D C-arm technology.
Concluding the series of presentations are two experience-sharing sessions: “ Hip replacement through Direct anterior hip approach and Bikini incision” by Dr. Alexander Ko (Department of Orthopaedics at Taipei Medical University Hospital, Taiwan (China)) and “Surgical treatment strategy for Humerus intra-articular fractures” by Mr. Hai Phan Ba, MD, PhD (Deputy Head of the Department of Upper Extremities Surgery and Sports Trauma at Viet Duc University Hospital, Vietnam)
The symposium goes beyond specialized presentations Hong Ngoc General Hospital also pioneers the implementation of next-generation 3D C-arm technology through two live-streamed surgeries directly from the operating room. These procedures are carried out by Vietnamese specialists under the guidance and consultation of international experts. A highlight of the event is the spine surgery featuring the technique "Percutaneous pedicle screw fixation using 3D C-arm” performed by Assoc.Prof. Trung Ha Kim, MD, PhD (Deputy Medical Director at Hong Ngoc - Phuc Truong Minh General Hospital) with the expert consultation from Prof.Priv.-Doz.Dr. Dietmar Krappinger, PhD, MBA.
Live broadcast of spinal surgery using the technique “ Percutaneous pedicle screw fixation using 3D C-arm”
“The advent of 3D C-arm technology integrated with AI – capable of automatically detecting and segmenting lesion sites by numbered zones and color mapping – enables surgeons to accurately place screws, plates, or intervention instruments in the correct position with a single attempt. Crucially, the automatic X-ray dose optimization mode significantly minimizes ionizing radiation exposure, ensuring maximum safety for both patients and the surgical team. Hong Ngoc General Hospital has made comprehensive investments in infrastructure, personnel, and standardized protocols to effectively utilize 3D C-arm technology, aiming to standardize orthopedic trauma surgery in accordance with international standards”- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ha Kim Trung emphasized.
3D C-arm system at the orthopedic trauma operating room, Hong Ngoc - Phuc Truong Minh General Hospital.
The program also marks a significant step forward in the professional collaboration between Hong Ngoc General Hospital and the renowned Orthopaedic Trauma Center of the Republic of Austria, paving the way for broader collaboration with leading orthopedic trauma centers worldwide and fostering the adoption of advanced musculoskeletal treatment techniques in Vietnam.
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