Knee replacement
Primary knee arthroplasty, patellofemoral arthroplasty and robotic-assisted knee arthroplasty for advanced osteoarthritis.
- What it is
- Arthroplasty replaces the worn joint surfaces with metal and polyethylene components. It can replace the whole knee or only the affected compartment, as in patellofemoral arthroplasty.
- When it is indicated
- It is indicated in advanced osteoarthritis with pain and limitation that do not improve with medical treatment, physiotherapy, injections or preservation surgery. The decision takes into account the patient's age, activity and expectations.
- How it is performed
- With planning on imaging, the damaged surfaces are removed and the components are implanted with the proper alignment and ligament balance. In robotic-assisted arthroplasty, the robotic system helps execute the plan with greater precision in bone cuts and positioning.
- Recovery
- Walking with support starts on the first day and physiotherapy begins immediately. Most patients walk without aids within a few weeks; full recovery takes several months.
- Procedures the doctor performs
- Primary knee arthroplasty
- Patellofemoral arthroplasty
- Robotic-assisted knee arthroplasty
Other procedures
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)
- Meniscal injuries
- Posterior cruciate ligament and multiligament injuries
- Patellar dislocation and instability
- Cartilage and osteochondral injuries
- Knee arthroscopy and stiffness
- Corrective osteotomies and joint preservation
This content is general information. It does not replace a medical assessment: every case is evaluated in consultation with physical examination and imaging.