Advanced Robotic Knee Joint Surgery
If you're dealing with severe knee pain and need a knee replacement, there's a new and advanced way to do it called Robotic Knee Joint Surgery.
Think of the robot as a highly precise assistant for the surgeon during your knee replacement. It doesn't perform the surgery on its own. Instead, it uses advanced technology to give the surgeon a detailed, 3D view of your knee and helps them make very accurate cuts and place the new artificial joint perfectly.
Everything you wanted to know about
Robotic Knee Joint Surgery
These are the things every person should know about
knee replacement surgeries. After reading this, if you still have any further questions, feel free to ask your Doctor.
What is Cuvis Robotic Knee Joint Surgery?
Think of the robot as a highly precise assistant for the surgeon during your knee replacement. It doesn't perform the surgery on its own. Instead, it uses advanced technology to give the surgeon a detailed, 3D view of your knee and helps them make very accurate cuts and place the new artificial joint perfectly.
How is it Different from Traditional Knee Replacement?
In traditional knee replacement, the surgeon relies on their experience and special tools to guide the placement of the new knee joint. With the Cuvis robot, the surgeon gets extra help from a computer and a robotic arm. This allows for:
More Precise Planning: Before the surgery, a CT scan of your knee is taken. The Cuvis system uses this scan to create a 3D model of your knee. The surgeon can then use this model to plan every step of the surgery in detail, even before making the first cut.
Accurate Cutting: During the surgery, the robotic arm helps the surgeon make very precise cuts to the bone, exactly as planned. This accuracy is often better than what can be achieved with traditional manual techniques.
Better Implant Placement: By making precise cuts, the new artificial knee joint can be placed in the optimal position, which is crucial for how your knee will feel and function after surgery.
Benefits of Cuvis Robotic Knee Joint Surgery
Increased Accuracy: The robot helps the surgeon achieve a higher level of precision in bone cutting and implant placement.
Personalized Surgery: The surgery is planned specifically for your unique knee anatomy based on the 3D model.
Potentially Faster Recovery: Because the surgery is more precise, there may be less damage to the surrounding tissues, which could lead to a quicker recovery.
Improved Implant Alignment: Accurate placement of the artificial joint can lead to a more natural feeling knee and potentially a longer lifespan for the implant.
Reduced Risk of Errors: The robotic system provides real-time feedback to the surgeon, helping to minimize the chances of errors during the surgery.
Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery
The overall process is similar to traditional knee replacement surgery, but with the added step of the pre-operative CT scan and the use of the robotic system during the operation. You'll still have anesthesia, an incision, and a hospital stay. The main difference is the technology assisting your surgeon.
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about
Robotic Knee Joint Surgery
No, the robot is a tool that assists your surgeon. The surgeon is always in control.
The cost can vary. You should discuss this with your doctor and the hospital.
The suitability of robotic surgery depends on your individual condition and the availability of the technology at the hospital.
While some studies suggest a potentially faster recovery, the overall recovery process (physical therapy, pain management) will still be important.
The risks are generally similar to traditional knee replacement, but the robotic system aims to reduce the likelihood of certain complications due to increased precision.