Have you been contemplating whether or not Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery is right for you? Thelatest state-of-the-art robotic surgery will leave you guessing no longer. Robotic-assisted surgery isallowing surgeons to perform much more effective total knee replacements than ever before.1 With thehelp of a 3D model of the patient's knee via CT scan, an image of the bone structure is created. Thesurgeon is able to create a surgical plan custom to the needs of the patient's unique anatomy. Theone-armed robot is guided by an orthopedic surgeon, never making movements or decisions on its ownto ensure the proper positioning of the new knee implant. Due to its numerous benefits over traditionalknee replacement, robotic knee surgery has gained popularity over the years. What are the mostbeneficial outcomes of Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery?
- Precision- Robotic knee replacement surgery allows surgeons to perform surgery with greaterprecision than traditional knee replacement techniques. The robotic arm is equipped with smart sensorsand cameras to allow real-time visual feedback of the patient's anatomy inside the knee. This is helpfulin targeting only the affected parts of the knee, allowing the surgeon to make more precise incisions.
- Customization- Another significant benefit of robotic knee surgery is the ability to customizethe procedure to the patient's specific needs. Before the surgery, the patient's knee is scanned to createa 3D model, which helps the surgeon plan the procedure more accurately. With this model, the surgeoncan determine the exact size and placement of the implant, resulting in a knee that fits the patient'sbody perfectly.
- Minimum Blood Loss- Because less time is spent intraoperatively assessing your knee, RoboticTotal Knee Arthroplasty significantly reduces your risk of needing a blood transfusion post-surgery due tothe lower amount of blood lost during the procedure. According to a recent study, Robotic knee patientswere at an 83% lower risk of needing a transfusion compared to traditional total knee surgery. 2
- Reduced Complications- Robotic knee surgery has a lower risk of complications thantraditional surgery techniques. The precise and accurate cuts and placements made during theprocedure result in a knee that is more stable and less likely to dislocate. Additionally, the smallerincision and reduced blood loss result in a lower risk of infection and other postoperative complications.Due to the high levels of surgical accuracy, hospital stays and recovery times are shorter than that of atypical procedure.
Robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery offers numerous benefits and many patients are choosingthis option over traditional knee surgery. It is a minimally invasive procedure that provides preciseprecision, customizations catered uniquely for each patient, smaller incisions, and a lower risk ofcomplications. If you are ready to get back to your daily activities pain-free, please visit the highly trainedstaff at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center to see if robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery isright for you.
Dr. Geoffrey Wright is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in hip and knee jointreplacement. He has dedicated his career to eliminating pain, increasing mobility, and providing a betterquality of life for his patients. Dr. Wright has served as a U.S. Navy orthopedic surgeon and spentconsiderable time as a surgeon and faculty member at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth before joiningthe team at Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center located in Suffolk, Harbour View, and Chesapeake,Virginia.
