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Computer-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty: Stepwise Approach

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Total knee arthroplasty requires an understanding of the mechanics of the knee. A proper pre-operative planning is essential, which is a challenge. To execute that plan during surgery is even more demanding if you use conventional instrumentation. Computer-assisted navigation surgery helps with the implementation of planned cuts and gives real-time intra-operative feedback. It helps to get better alignment, positioning and orientation of the implants and helps to balance the soft tissues achieving desired results.

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  1. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Golden Jubilee National Hospital, Glasgow, UK

    Kamal Deep & Frederic Picard

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Deep, K., Picard, F. (2022). Computer-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty: Stepwise Approach. In: Sharma, M. (eds) Knee Arthroplasty. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-8591-0_31

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