Risk of Revision Following Total Hip and Knee Replacement Performed Using Computer Assisted Technologies Versus Conventional Technique: An Analysis of National Joint Registry Data

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In this presentation, Muhamed Farhan-Alanie, an orthopedic trainee and PhD student from the University of Warwick, discusses his research on the risks of revision surgeries following total hip and knee replacements. He highlights the prevalence of these procedures in the UK, with about 100,000 surgeries performed each year primarily for osteoarthritis. Alanie explains the importance of component positioning in ensuring implant longevity and minimizing complications such as dislocation and pain. He outlines the use of computer-assisted technologies during surgeries, including navigation, robotics, and patient-specific implants, which aim to enhance surgical accuracy.



Utilizing extensive data from the National Joint Registry, the research analyzes the outcomes of patients who underwent these surgeries over a 17-year period, comparing the different methods used. Despite studying a significant number of cases, the findings show no statistically significant differences in revision risks for both total hip and knee replacements when comparing computer-assisted methods with conventional techniques. Alanie concludes that while the study offers valuable insights, it also faces limitations inherent to observational studies, and emphasizes the necessity for large data sets in answering such research questions.

DOI: 10.1302/3114-240489

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