In the framework of Kazakhstan Medicine Days in Uzbekistan, a joint team of traumatologists conducted joint replacement surgeries using robotic technology, according to the Ministry of Health press service.
The surgeries were performed by orthopedic-traumatologist, Timur Baidalin, head of the Endoprosthetics Department at the Academic Butpekov National Trauma and Orthopedic Research Center. Knee and hip joint endoprostheses were installed for two patients.
The technology excels in precision. It allows for pre-surgical modeling, accounting for the smallest structural nuances of an individual patient, and facilitates the implant’s placement with perfect anatomical accuracy. For the patient, this means fewer complications, a quicker recovery, and many years of active living.
“The main advantage of the robotic system (MAKO) is its ability to combine the surgeon’s expertise with the machine’s high precision. This represents a new quality level in endoprosthetics,” said Timur Baidalin.
For Uzbek specialists, participating in the operation was a significant learning experience. They not only observed but also worked with the MAKO system under the guidance of their Kazakh colleagues.
“We have long awaited this system. Today, we had the opportunity to see it in action and experience the difference. This is a big event for our orthopedics, and we thank our Kazakh colleagues for this opportunity,” said Odil Valiev, head of the Adult Orthopedics Department at the RMGPTC.
