Patient-Specific TKA with the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution.

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Robotics in Medicine
• Biomechanical Engineering

Background:

• Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) aims to restore knee function and alleviate pain.
• Accurate pre-operative planning and precise surgical execution are critical for successful TKA outcomes.
• Existing TKA techniques may have limitations in soft tissue preservation and anatomical restoration.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe a patient-specific TKA technique utilizing the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution (VRAS).
• To evaluate the early outcomes of TKA performed with VRAS, focusing on functional recovery and patient satisfaction.
• To assess the efficiency and accuracy of the robotic-assisted surgical system in TKA procedures.

Main Methods:

• Utilizing VRAS to collect detailed bony anatomy and soft tissue envelope data.
• Intraoperative planning of anatomical TKA placement with soft tissue preservation.
• Employing a robotic-assisted saw for precise execution of the surgical plan.
• Conducting an early outcome study assessing knee function, pain, and surgical time.

Main Results:

• Early outcome data indicates improvements in knee function and pain reduction at discharge and six weeks post-surgery.
• Surgical times were comparable to traditional patient-specific TKA with navigation.
• Limited one-year follow-up data from a small cohort shows favorable outcome scores and high patient satisfaction.

Conclusions:

• VRAS facilitates precise, patient-specific TKA with potential for enhanced functional restoration.
• The system demonstrates efficiency and accuracy, supporting its integration into TKA procedures.
• Early outcomes suggest VRAS is a promising technology for improving TKA results and patient experience.