Sahyadri Hospitals Performs Pune’s First Robotic-Assisted Hip Replacement for Avascular Necrosis
Pune: Sahyadri Hospitals has successfully performed Pune’s first robotic-assisted hip replacement using the direct anterior approach. The procedure, conducted on November 27, 2024, was performed on a 65-year-old patient from Satara, diagnosed with Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the hip.
AVN is a condition caused by the lack of blood supply to the bone tissue, which leads to the death of bone cells, causing the bone to collapse. In the case of the hip, this can lead to severe pain, loss of function, and eventually the need for joint replacement surgery.
The surgery was led by Dr Abhijit Agashe, Consultant Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon at Sahyadri Hospitals. The patient experienced a smooth recovery and was discharged on December 2, 2024, reporting improved mobility and reduced pain.
Dr Abhijit Agashe explained the benefits of the approach:"Compared to traditional hip replacement methods, the robotic-assisted direct anterior approach enables a more accurate and less invasive surgery. Patients benefit from reduced pain, quicker recovery times, and more natural movement post-surgery. This technology enables patients to sit cross-legged after surgery, a position essential for cultural practices and daily activities, making it particularly beneficial for those suffering from hip problems. This method has not only enhanced functional outcomes but has also allowed immediate postoperative mobility, significantly improving the quality of life for patients with AVN Hip."
He added: "The combination of the robotic system and the direct anterior approach represents a significant advancement in joint replacement surgery. The ability to feed preoperative data into the robotic system ensures each patient receives a customized surgery plan tailored to their specific anatomy, achieving perfect alignment and leg length with millimetre precision."
Sahyadri Hospitals continues to adopt advanced technologies to improve healthcare outcomes. This procedure marks progress in the use of robotic-assisted techniques for hip replacement surgeries, emphasizing the potential for precision and enhanced recovery in patient care.