International medical imaging IT and cybersecurity company Sectra has expanded its pre-operative planning solution for orthopedic trauma cases with 3D templates from Smith+Nephew. Extending the range of templates in Sectra’s solution supports a broader adoption of digital pre-operative planning, a key enabler of patient-specific treatments, which improves operational efficiency and patient outcomes.

“3D planning in orthopedics is rapidly advancing and promises to play an important role in improving the efficiency and outcomes of trauma care. Sectra’s integrated planning tools incorporating implant templates from brands like Smith+Nephew enhance our ability to prepare for complex procedures with precision and confidence,” said Paul Tornetta III, M.D., orthopedic trauma director at Boston Medical Center and professor/chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Boston University.

“Beyond surgical precision, this platform is also a powerful educational tool,” Dr. Tornetta continued. “It allows us to train residents more effectively; walking through real cases, demonstrating best practices, and helping them build a strong foundation in orthopedic trauma decision-making. This dual impact, on patient care and surgical education, makes it a transformative addition to our practice.”

Sectra’s 3D pre-operative planning solution for trauma cases enables surgeons to visualize fractures in an interactive 3D environment. With tools such as advanced bone segmentation, the surgeon can study and understand the fracture and determine the most suitable approach and implant choice prior to surgery. Digital preparation minimizes the risk of surprises and stress during surgery and consequently can shorten the time spent in the operating room. Additionally, it reduces the number of prostheses that need to be prepared ahead of surgery, which lowers overhead costs. For patients, shorter operations mean less risk of infections and complications.

“By incorporating a broad range of implants, we can greatly enhance the planning process for a large portion of our product’s users. With this expansion, our 3D template library now covers nearly 80% of the orthopedic trauma market. I’m proud to offer a solution that supports and advances pre-operative planning for surgeons, ultimately improving the overall patient experience,” Sectra Orthopaedics AB President Gustaf Schwang stated.

Sectra’s 3D pre-operative planning solution is part of Sectra’s enterprise imaging solution, which provides a unified strategy for all imaging needs in a single system, thus improving outcomes and lowering operational costs. The scalable and modular solution, with a VNA at its core, allows healthcare providers to grow from ology to ology and from enterprise to enterprise without acquiring a new back end.

Sectra helps health systems enhance the efficiency of care, and authorities and defense forces in Europe to protect society’s most sensitive information. Founded in 1978, the Linköping, Sweden-based firm has direct sales in 19 countries, and distribution partners worldwide. Sales in the 2024/2025 fiscal year totaled SEK 3,240 million. The Sectra share is quoted on the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange.

* Dr. Tornetta is a consultant and designer for Smith+Nephew and receives royalty payments under license agreements.