Robot-assisted total hip arthroplasty: Clinical outcomes and complication rate
Authors
Perets I, Walsh JP, Close MR, Mu BH, Yuen LC, Domb BG
Journal: Int J Med Robot. 2018 Aug;14(4):e1912.
DOI: 10.1002/rcs.1912
PMID: 29761618
Background
This study investigates the clinical outcomes and complication rates of robotic-arm-assisted total hip arthroplasty (THA).
Methods
181 patients who underwent primary robotic-arm-assisted THA for idiopathic osteoarthritis were analyzed, with follow-up data collected on complications, outcomes, and patient satisfaction.
Key Findings
At 2 years, patients reported high satisfaction (9.3/10), with significant improvements in the Harris Hip Score (91.1) and minimal complications (3.7% intraoperative, 3.7% postoperative).
Conclusions
Robotic-arm-assisted THA provides favorable short-term outcomes and has a low complication rate compared to non-robotic THA.
What Does This Mean for Patients
Robotic-arm-assisted THA offers a promising treatment option with excellent functional outcomes and a low rate of complications.
DOI: 10.1002/rcs.1912