Achieving functional alignment in total knee arthroplasty: early experience using a second-generation imageless semi-autonomous handheld robotic sculpting system.
Journal:
International orthopaedics
Published Date:
Dec 12, 2022
Abstract
PURPOSE: In order to minimize errors during achieving the targeted alignment of the total knee arthroplasty (TKA) components, robotic-assisted surgery has been introduced with the aim to help surgeons to improve implant survival, clinical outcomes, and patient satisfaction. The primary goal of this paper is to highlight surgical tips and tricks on how to achieve functional alignment (FA) through intra-operative boney mapping, numeric gap, and alignment data, using the next generation of imageless robotic surgical systems.