What is Robotic Hip Replacement?
Robotic hip replacement is an advanced surgical technique that uses robotic technology to enhance precision during hip replacement surgery. It allows Mr Sakis Pollalis to create a personalised surgical plan, improving accuracy in implant placement, reducing complications, and promoting faster recovery, giving patients better outcomes and long-term joint function.
Indications of Robotic Hip Replacement
Robotic hip replacement may be performed for:
- Moderate-to-severe arthritis
- Certain types of hip fractures
- Hip osteonecrosis (bone death due to inadequate blood supply)
- Loss of mobility
- Debilitating hip pain
It's ideal for those seeking precise implant placement and faster recovery, especially when traditional treatments fail, ensuring better long-term outcomes and improved mobility with minimal complications.
Robotic Hip Replacement Procedure
- Preoperative 3D Imaging: The process begins with detailed 3D imaging of your hip joint, allowing Mr Sakis Pollalis to create a personalised surgical plan tailored to your unique anatomy.
- Small Incision: During surgery, Mr Pollalis makes a small incision to access the hip joint, minimising tissue damage and promoting faster healing.
- Robotic System Guidance: The robotic system provides real-time guidance throughout the procedure, allowing Mr Pollalis to execute the plan with unparalleled precision. The robotic system does not perform the surgery on its own; rather, it assists Mr Pollalis by providing real-time data and guidance throughout the operation.
- Bone and Cartilage Removal: Mr Pollalis carefully removes the damaged bone and cartilage with the assistance of the robotic arm, ensuring minimal disruption to surrounding tissues.
- Implant Placement: The robotic technology enables Mr Pollalis to position the hip implants with exceptional accuracy, optimising alignment, stability, and fit.
- Real-Time Adjustments: The robot continuously adjusts, providing feedback to ensure perfect positioning and reducing the risk of complications.
- Closure: Once the implant is securely in place, the incision is closed, and the surgery is complete, with precision that enhances recovery and long-term outcomes.
Benefits of Robotic Hip Replacement
Robotic hip replacement offers numerous benefits, making it a highly effective, innovative solution for patients seeking improved recovery and long-lasting joint health. Here are some key advantages:
- Unmatched Precision: Robotic technology ensures highly accurate placement of the hip implants, personalised to your anatomy, improving alignment and long-term joint function.
- Faster Recovery: The minimally invasive nature of robotic surgery reduces tissue damage, leading to less pain and a quicker return to your daily activities.
- Reduced Risk of Complications: With greater accuracy, the procedure minimises complications such as leg length discrepancies and implant misalignment, enhancing overall safety.
- Improved Long-Term Outcomes: Proper implant positioning results in more natural movement, increasing the longevity of the implant and reducing the need for future revisions.
- Tailored Surgical Plan: Pre-surgical 3D imaging allows for a personalised surgical approach, ensuring your procedure is customised for the best possible results.
