In selected patients, knee replacement can be performed with the assistance of robotic technology, an advanced tool that complements the surgeon's experience and planning.
This technology allows personalized planning based on each patient's anatomy and provides information during surgery that helps the specialist execute the bone cuts, alignment and positioning of the prosthetic components with precision.
In a conventional replacement, the surgeon uses instruments and anatomical references to plan and position the prosthesis.
In robotic-assisted surgery, the specialist additionally has a system that allows certain parameters to be planned and verified during the procedure with a high level of precision.
It is important to clarify that the robot does not perform the surgery autonomously. The procedure continues to be planned, controlled and executed by the surgeon; the technology works as an assistance tool.
The choice between a conventional technique and a robotic-assisted one depends on the characteristics of each patient, the type of prosthesis and the evaluation carried out by the specialist.