Sven Putnis offers advanced robotically-guided knee replacement surgery in Bristol. Discover the precision, benefits, and advanced pre-operative planning.
Robotically-guided knee replacement is a state-of-the-art surgical technique that combines highly sophisticated 3D pre-operative planning software with the unparalleled precision of a robotic arm. While conventional knee replacement relies on manual planning using standard X-rays, robotic assistance elevates this process by integrating real-time data. Sven Putnis utilises this advanced technology for both partial and total knee replacements, ensuring that each implant is positioned with improved accuracy, perfectly tailored to the unique anatomy and ligament tension of the patient’s knee.
Who Is This For?
No. The robotic arm is entirely controlled by the consultant surgeon at all times. The robot acts as a highly precise tool that guides the surgeon’s hands, ensuring the bone cuts perfectly match the pre-operative 3D plan and preventing the saw from moving outside the designated safe zones.
Robotic surgery definitively offers greater accuracy in implant positioning and alignment 1. It may also lead to a slightly faster early recovery with less initial pain. However, a conventionally performed knee replacement by an expert surgeon still yields excellent long-term functional results, and studies have not yet proven that robotic implants last longer.
Yes. A pre-operative CT scan is a mandatory requirement for robotically-guided surgery. This scan creates the detailed 3D model of your knee that the software uses to plan the precise size and position of your bespoke implant.
Yes. Sven Putnis utilises robotic guidance for both partial (unicompartmental) and total knee replacements. The precision of the robotic arm is particularly beneficial in partial replacements, where preserving the surrounding healthy bone and ligaments is critical.
Coverage for robotic surgery varies significantly between different health insurance providers and specific policies. It is strongly advised that you contact your insurance company directly to confirm if robotically-guided knee replacement is included in your package of care.
Recovery Time
3–6 weeks (partial), 6-12 weeks (total)
Precision
Millimetre accuracy compared to conventional methods
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