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- 20/09/2022
- UK
The Mako Robot in Knee Arthroplasty-Technical Video
Description
The video features Andrew Toms discussing advancements in robotic-assisted knee surgery, specifically focusing on the use of the Mako robotic system. He opens by expressing his admiration for his colleague Din and acknowledges the ongoing innovations in robotics within the medical field. Toms highlights the importance of reliability, predictability, and evidence-based results in robotic surgery, emphasizing the system's precision and accuracy, particularly in knee replacements.
He explains the precise preoperative planning and the intricacies of using the Mako system, including adjustments made during surgery for optimal results. Toms details the surgical process, from incision making to placing the femoral and tibial components, and discusses the challenges faced during procedures with patients exhibiting varying anatomical features.
Throughout the talk, Toms provides insights into his experiences with Mako, illustrating the performance improvements over traditional techniques and how the technology leads to better patient outcomes. He also touches on future perspectives for robotic surgeries, the current adoption rate in the UK, and concludes by promoting an upcoming conference about surgical infections related to robotic systems. Overall, his presentation conveys excitement about the evolving role of robotics in enhancing surgical efficiency and patient safety.