Robotic knee replacement is a highly advanced procedure, but it may not be suitable for everyone. The decision depends on a patient’s overall health, knee condition, and medical history.
Patients who may not be ideal candidates include:
- Severe Bone Loss or Deformity: If the knee joint is badly damaged or has extreme deformities, robotic assistance may not provide the expected accuracy.
- Active or Chronic Infections: Any ongoing infection in the body or around the knee joint makes surgery risky and usually requires treatment before considering replacement.
- Severe Medical Conditions: Patients with uncontrolled heart disease, advanced diabetes, or other serious health problems may not be fit for major surgery.
- Very Limited Bone Quality: In cases where the bone is too weak or thin, the implant may not hold securely even with robotic assistance.
- Extremely Obese Patients: Excessive weight can increase surgical risks and may reduce the effectiveness of the implant.
- Those Not Ready for Surgery: Patients who can still manage pain and mobility with medications, physiotherapy, or lifestyle changes may not need robotic knee replacement yet.
Every patient is different, so a thorough evaluation—including medical history, physical examination, and imaging tests—is essential before deciding if robotic knee replacement is the right choice.
