Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement — Current Evidence
Robotics assists bone preparation and implant positioning (mostly semi-active systems). Potential: improved accuracy, reproducibility, individualized alignment strategies. Limitations: cost, time, learning curve; uncertain long-term functional advantage. Evidence: improved radiographic accuracy; PROMs and survivorship similar in short- to mid-term. Use case: complex deformity, kinematic alignment strategies, teaching environments.
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mcqWhich of the following describes a semi-active robotic system in orthopaedic surgery?
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