The robotic system MAKOplasty is specifically designed for partial and total replacement of knee and hip joints. Hundreds of thousands of surgeries have already been performed worldwide using the MAKO robot, with results ensuring complete restoration of function.
This robot performs three-dimensional modeling of the analyzed joint, facilitated by computed tomography, allowing for preoperative planning and precise execution, improving patient satisfaction with surgical outcomes, aiding rapid recovery, achieving optimal joint functionality, and ensuring the longevity of the prosthesis.
Who is indicated for surgeries using the MAKO robot
The MAKOplasty system can be applied for treating various conditions associated with joint damage, including:
- osteoarthritis;
- arthritis;
- coxarthrosis;
- gonarthrosis;
- rheumatoid arthritis.
While any patient suitable for traditional joint replacement may also be a candidate for MAKOplasty, it is important to remember that each case is unique, and the decision to use MAKOplasty should be made by a physician after conducting an individual patient assessment.
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Types of surgeries performed using the MAKO robot
The MAKO System can perform various surgeries, such as knee joint replacement, hip joint replacement, total or partial, correction of knee or hip joint deformities, and revision of hip or knee joint prostheses to address complications.
Knee and Hip Joint Replacement
The MAKOplasty system has several advantages over traditional joint replacement. In both knee and hip joint replacements, the MAKO robot has no competitors.
One of the main advantages of this cutting-edge robotic system is the more precise and individualized joint replacement. The MAKO System allows for accurate determination of the size and shape of the joint, enabling the selection of the most suitable implant and its precise placement. This reduces the risk of errors and enhances the quality of surgical outcomes.
The MAKOplasty system also ensures more accurate positioning of the implant, which can decrease the risk of dislocation and increase the longevity and functionality of the new joint.
Furthermore, by utilizing computer vision and robotic systems, the MAKOplasty system allows the surgeon to obtain more detailed information about the condition of the joint and calculate the optimal surgical intervention plan. This can help reduce the risk of complications and improve surgical accuracy.
Revision of Hip or Knee Joint Prosthesis
The surgery for revising a hip or knee joint prosthesis using the MAKOplasty system is a complex procedure aimed at replacing a damaged or ineffective implant. It may be necessary if the prosthesis has begun to wear out, has broken, or if other issues have arisen.
Before the surgery, the patient undergoes a computed tomography (CT) scan to obtain detailed information about the joint and the condition of surrounding tissues. Based on the CT results, the surgeon can determine the size and shape of the necessary implant and plan the surgical process. Using the MAKOplasty system, the surgeon installs the new implant according to a pre-established plan, while intraoperative 3D scanning ensures more accurate and effective placement of the new implant.
Where else is the MAKO robot used
The MAKO robotic manipulator is used not only for joint replacement but also for other types of surgical operations. In particular, the MAKO system can be used for bone reconstruction in cases of injuries or diseases such as osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, deforming arthrosis, and others. The MAKO can also be used for certain types of spinal surgeries. Overall, what the MAKO robot does can be applied where precision and control are crucial for a successful surgical outcome.
Cost of Robotic Joint Replacement
The cost of surgeries performed by the MAKO robot may be higher than other types of joint replacement, as high-tech equipment, including the robot, is used during the procedure, and an experienced and qualified surgeon is required.
What is the lifespan of the implant
The lifespan of the implant depends on several individual factors, such as the patient's weight, activity level, bone quality, and adherence to the physician's recommendations. Additionally, proper alignment and precise positioning of the implant during surgery are important factors that can increase its expected lifespan.
Advantages of the MAKOplasty System
During the surgery and at the planning stage, the MAKO robotic system provides several significant advantages that contribute to the successful outcomes of surgeries.
First and foremost, the planning stage of the surgery includes performing three-dimensional modeling of the joint using computed tomography and planning with the MAKO System. This allows for complete anatomical matching of the prosthesis size, determining the optimal anatomical position and angle of the prosthesis, and calculating and planning the range of motion of the joints.
The advantages provided during the surgery include:
- precise planning and control of the surgical procedure;
- correct balancing of dynamic forces throughout the range of joint motion;
- correct balancing of joint and femoral ligaments;
- ensuring a full range of joint motion;
- minimal bone cutting during implant placement;
- elimination of damage to soft tissues around nerves, vessels, muscles, tendons;
- minimal blood loss during surgery;
- the possibility of implanting the Stryker prosthesis, one of the best in the world.