AIIMS Bhubaneswar Unveils Advanced Robotic Knee Replacement Service
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Synopsis
AIIMS Bhubaneswar has launched a pioneering Robotic Knee Replacement facility, marking a significant advancement in healthcare for Odisha and Eastern India. This innovative technology aims to enhance surgical precision and improve patient outcomes, revolutionizing knee surgeries in the region.
Key Takeaways
- AIIMS Bhubaneswar introduces robotic knee replacement.
- First such facility in Odisha and Eastern India.
- Robotic technology enhances precision and reduces errors.
- Improves quality of life for knee arthritis patients.
- First surgery performed successfully on a 66-year-old patient.
Bhubaneswar, April 25 (NationPress) The AIIMS Bhubaneswar has reached a remarkable achievement with the launch of its cutting-edge Robotic Knee Replacement service.
According to an official announcement from AIIMS, Bhubaneswar on Friday, this represents the first robotic knee replacement operation in the government sector of Odisha and Eastern India, establishing a new standard for sophisticated medical care in the area.
Dr. Ashutosh Biswas, Executive Director of AIIMS Bhubaneswar, commended the entire Orthopaedics team for this accomplishment, highlighting the significance of this technological progress in ensuring equal access to exceptional healthcare.
"With the launch of robotic services, AIIMS Bhubaneswar has made Robo-assisted surgeries available to patients from various backgrounds," stated Dr. Biswas.
Knee replacement surgeries have long been dubbed the "surgery of the century," as they significantly improve the lives of individuals suffering from debilitating knee arthritis.
Previously, people in their 50s and 60s were often restricted to their beds due to knee pain and limited mobility.
Now, such surgeries provide a renewed chance at life, enhancing movement and overall quality of life.
Dr. Biswas also mentioned that AIIMS Bhubaneswar's robotic knee replacement surgery signifies a significant advancement, offering the added advantage of precision through robotic assistance.
This technology reduces the likelihood of human error and enhances surgical results by providing real-time feedback, enabling the surgeon to perform intricate steps with greater accuracy, according to Dr. Ashutosh Biswas.
Conventional knee replacement techniques utilized jigs and cutting blocks that, while effective, posed risks of human error—particularly in complex cases involving severe deformities, prior surgeries, or advanced arthritis.
Robotic technology elevates the procedure by incorporating navigation and artificial intelligence, allowing for higher precision and consistency.
The Department of Orthopaedics at AIIMS Bhubaneswar successfully executed the first Robotic Knee Replacement surgery on a 66-year-old female patient.
The procedure was conducted with precision using state-of-the-art technology and proceeded without complications.
“The patient is currently stable after the surgery,” remarked Dr. Gurudip Das, Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedics, AIIMS Bhubaneswar.
