Why Computer Assisted Surgery?
Factors affecting prosthetic lifespan vary. Ones of the most important factors are the accuracy of prosthesis placement and the restoration of surrounding muscle and ligament balance. This relies mostly on the orthopedic surgeon’s skill and judgment. However, research has shown that incorrect placement still occur even with the most skilled and experienced surgeons. The chance for incorrect prosthetic placement will be greater in a less skilled or inexperienced surgeon. Therefore, computer technology has been introduced to assist in more accurate positioning of prosthetic components, allowing the surgeons to make informed decisions intra-operatively for precise prosthetic placement. With Computer Guided Surgery the surgeon has a greater “vision” during surgery. This supports decision-making and enhances the surgeon’s flexibility to accommodate individual variation in knees of different people. During the surgery, the surgeon has only one chance to make a correct cut. The Computer Guide
