JAMMU: A 53-year-old patient, Rekha, suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis that had damaged her multiple joints, underwent successful robotic-assisted total hip and knee replacement surgeries at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals in New Delhi. The complex procedures were performed using the world's most advanced robotic system, MAKO, from the United States.
Rekha had been experiencing debilitating hip and knee pain, severely impacting her mobility and daily life activities. The expert team of surgeons, led by Dr. (Prof.) Raju Vaishya, Senior Consultant, Orthopaedics and Joint Replacement, and Dr. Abhishek Vaish, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, opted for robotic-assisted surgery due to its precision and minimally invasive nature.The first surgery, a robotic-assisted total hip replacement, was performed on July 4th, 2023, followed by a robotic-assisted total knee replacement on October 17th, 2023. Remarkably, Rekha was able to walk the very next day after both surgeries, highlighting the effectiveness of the robotic approach.
Despite the uncommon nature of robotic-assisted total hip and knee replacements, the procedure offered several advantages over conventional surgery. These included - reduced trauma to the bone and soft tissues, precise positioning and fitting of the artificial joint (prosthesis), faster rehabilitation and recovery, minimized postoperative discomfort and bleeding, extended lifespan of the artificial joint
Dr. Raju Vaishya, reflecting on the successful outcome, remarked," This case presented a unique challenge due to the rarity of robotic-assisted total hip and knee replacement procedures. We are immensely gratified by the positive results achieved for Rekha. This intricate case highlights the significance of comprehensive and collaborative medical care."
He further added, Rekha's extraordinary recovery is a testament to her resilience and the unwavering dedication of our team at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals. Our persistent commitment is to provide the highest quality, patient-centric care, and we take immense pride in having made a substantial difference in enhancing her quality of life. This successful journey reaffirms our dedication to excellence and fuels our passion to continue providing compassionate and effective treatment to all our patients. We are deeply honored to have played a role in Rekha's remarkable recovery. Her case exemplifies the transformative potential of robotic technology in facilitating complex surgical interventions."
Dr. Abhishek Vaish echoed Dr. Vaishya's sentiments, he added, "Navigating this complex surgical challenge was no easy feat, but our resolute commitment remained steadfast – to diagnose the underlying issue and deliver the highest standard of care for our patient. The successful outcome is evidence to the exceptional skill and dedication of our team at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals.