It’s a Maiden Century: Apollomedics Hospitals Performs Fastest 100 Successful Robotic Knee Replacement Surgeries

Apollomedics Hospitals, a leading healthcare provider in the region, today announced a significant milestone – the successful completion of the fastest 100 Robotic Knee Replacement Surgeries.

This achievement underscores the hospital's commitment to providing patients with access to the latest advancements in orthopedic care.

Addressing the media, Dr. Sanjai Srivastava, Chairman Orthopedics & Joint Replacement, Apollomedics Hospitals Lucknow said, “Reaching this milestone of 100 successful robotic knee replacement surgeries is a testament to the expertise of our team and our dedication to offering cutting-edge treatments to our patients. Robotic knee replacement surgery utilizes an AI-based robotic arm to assist the surgeon, resulting in exceptional precision and accuracy during the procedure, allowing a more personalized approach to knee replacement. This cutting-edge technology offers faster recovery, reduced pain and blood loss, improved implant alignment and longevity, and enhanced patient outcomes. It also enhances patient participation in the whole process."

He added, "Knee problems can occur at any age. The likelihood and type of issues vary depending upon the age & lifestyle of a person. Young adults often face issue due to overuse injuries from sports or activities, such as ligament sprains, meniscus tears, and tendonitis. Middle-aged individuals in their 30s to 50s begin to experience wear and tear, leading to conditions like osteoarthritis whereas in people over 50 years, osteoarthritis becomes more common along with other issues leading to a condition requiring knee replacement. 

The decision for a knee replacement is based on individual circumstances rather than age. Typically, people between 60 and 80 years old who experience significant wear and tear are common candidates, although younger individuals with severe arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis, may also require knee replacement."

The difference between traditional knee replacement and robotic knee replacement is that in traditional surgery surgeon has to give larger incisions to perform the surgery & the implant is positioned manually whereas is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a robotic arm to assist the surgeon in performing the surgery giving submillimeter accuracy incisions. This is more advanced technique as compared to Conventional Knee Replacement in which the outcome depends solely on surgeon’s skills and results in 85% to 90% accuracy of planning. This Robotic technology introduces personalized pre surgery planning & predictive results by a 3D model of the post-surgery knee outcome giving patients much-needed peace of mind. This ensures that the surgery is tailored to the patient's unique anatomy allowing for greater precision and accuracy during the procedure, resulting in a faster recovery and better outcomes. This unique blend of surgeon’s skills & precision of Artificial Intelligence guided robot results in a safer surgery, Pinpoint accuracy, faster recovery and a more personalized experience."

We have seen a rise in Knee replacement surgeries in recent past. There are so many reasons for the same including lifestyle, obesity, increase in public awareness, aging population & advent of newer technologies making the surgery easier and outcomes better.

Dr. Mayank Somani, MD & CEO, Apollo Hospitals Lucknow, added, “We are proud to be at the forefront of robotic surgery in the region. Apollo Hospitals Lucknow continues to revolutionize patient care in the region. The acceptance and demand for robotic surgery is continuously increasing. Now, patients themselves ask for robotic surgery. About 50% of the robotic surgeries we perform are for urban patients, while 50% are for rural patients. Interestingly, 50% of our patients are from Lucknow city, while the other 50% come from surrounding areas like Barabanki, Hardoi, Raebareli, and Sultanpur. Most of them are ready to pay out of pocket for the additional expenses incurred while opting for robotic surgeries. People from rural areas are also concerned about the quality of life after surgery, indicating a paradigm shift in the thought process regarding healthcare spending."

"We have recently acquired the most advanced Da Vinci Xi Robotic Surgical System for robotic surgery in other specialties, including urosurgery, general surgery, pediatric surgery, cardiac surgery, and cancer surgery, and have already performed successful robotic surgeries with it. This signifies Apollo's commitment to providing patients with access to the latest advancements in medical technology across a wider range of disciplines, delivering even better patient care.”