What is Robotic-Assisted Hip Replacement?
Robotic-assisted hip replacement is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that involves the use of a specialized robotic system. This system allows the surgeon to accurately remove and replace the damaged parts of the hip joint.
Indications for Robotic-Assisted Hip Replacement
Robotic hip replacement may be performed for:
- Hip arthritis
- Hip avascular necrosis (bone death due to inadequate blood supply)
Preparation for Robotic-Assisted Hip Replacement
- Prior to the surgery, a CT scan or a series of radiographs will be taken to create a 3D model of the hip. This model will be fed into the robotic system to create a detailed preoperative surgical plan.
Robotic-Assisted Hip Replacement Procedure
- Based on the pre-operative surgical plan, the robotic system guides the surgeon while making bone cuts and preparing the anthric joint surface.
- A robotic arm ensures precise positioning of implants and prevents damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
- Once placed, the implants are tested for range of motion and the soft tissues and skin are closed over the new hip.
Benefits of Robotic-Assisted Hip Replacement
The benefits of robotic-assisted hip replacement include:
- Smaller surgical incisions
- Increased accuracy of the procedure
- Fast healing after surgery