Mr Arijit Ghosh specialises in Robotic Knee Surgery. He is one of the few specialists to be dual trained in using both the MAKO robot and the Velys robots. Mr Ghosh performed the first robotic knee replacement in Leicestershire at the Spire Hospital.
This was soon followed by Mr Ghosh performing the first robotic knee replacement at the Nuffield Health Hospital in Leicester also.
Robotic Knee replacement has many advantages over standard knee replacement surgery. These include
1. Increased Accuracy and Precision:
- Robots can enhance surgical precision, leading to better implant placement and alignment.
- This can result in a more natural-feeling knee and potentially reduce the risk of implant loosening or failure in the long term.
2. Potential for Faster Recovery:
- Minimally invasive techniques with smaller incisions can lead to less pain, swelling, and a quicker return to normal activities.
- Some studies have shown that robotic surgery can reduce pain and potentially shorten hospital stays.
3. Reduced Pain and Inflammation:
- Smaller incisions and less tissue trauma during robotic surgery can contribute to less pain and inflammation after the procedure.
- This can also lead to a faster and more comfortable recovery process.
4. Improved Surgical Planning and Visualization:
- Robotic systems can provide 3D images of the knee, allowing surgeons to plan the surgery more accurately and visualize the anatomy.
- This can help ensure the best possible implant fit and placement for each individual patient.