Air Medical Transport of Patients with Spinal Disorders: A Comprehensive Review of Existing Evidence and Future Research Directions - Takeaways - MDSpire

Air Medical Transport of Patients with Spinal Disorders: A Comprehensive Review of Existing Evidence and Future Research Directions

  • By

  • Ashviniy Thamilmaran

  • Zak Hodgson

  • Konstantinos Peramatzis

  • Maria Karampouga

  • Mark Jarratt

  • Eleni Tsianaka

  • Insa K. Janssen

  • Anastasia Tasiou

  • Nese Keser

  • Mary Murphy

  • April 2, 2026

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    Minimizing prehospital time is critical for neurosurgical patients with spinal pathologies to prevent catastrophic deterioration.

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    Fixed-wing aircraft provide rapid transport over long distances and challenging terrains, exposing patients to unique physiological stressors.

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    The review consolidates evidence on fixed-wing transport for acute spinal pathology, highlighting risk mitigation strategies and recommendations.

  • 4

    Key differences between fixed-wing and rotor-wing transport include smoother acceleration, reduced noise, and better medical team accessibility.

  • 5

    The review identified 12 relevant studies, primarily level 4 evidence, emphasizing the need for further research in civilian aeromedical transport.

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Air Medical Transport of Patients with Spinal Disorders: A Comprehensive Review of Existing Evidence and Future Research Directions

  • by Ashviniy Thamilmaran, Zak Hodgson, Konstantinos Peramatzis, Maria Karampouga, Mark Jarratt, Eleni Tsianaka, Insa K. Janssen, Anastasia Tasiou, Nese Keser, Mary Murphy

  • April 2, 2026

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