Description
This transcript captures a presentation by a surgeon who discusses their experience with a robotic-assisted knee replacement system. The speaker thanks the audience and humorously mentions their graying hair before revealing their relevant background in robotic surgery, particularly their introduction to the 'attune' system during their fellowship in Nottingham, where they began their practice in February 2016.
They describe a detailed method of performing knee replacements that includes balancing extension and flexion gaps using a tibia-first technique, and they note their experience as the first UK surgeon to use the VELYS robotic system, having completed 34 cases with it. The speaker emphasizes the simplicity of the workflow, which includes intra-incisional arrays for registration based on anatomical landmarks. They explain how to adjust gaps and describe their preferred techniques for femoral cuts, which can be performed in any order, potentially improving efficiency.
Visual references, such as X-ray images, provide insights into the alignment achieved during surgeries, and the speaker shares personal reflections on their experience, discussing initial case durations and improvements in operational times. They share findings from other surgeons’ studies regarding pain scores and outcomes, and address future software updates that may enhance functionality and customization. Overall, the presentation is a blend of technical insights, personal anecdotes, and reflections on the evolving landscape of robotic surgery in knee replacements.