Technological advances raise the level of surgical procedures, but factors such as cost and professional training still limit the expansion of these innovations in the country
In orthopedics, surgery is one of the areas that have evolved the most in recent years, driven by technologies that provide greater accuracy, lower recovery time and better functional results. The use of robots and the personalization of 3D printing already transform orthopedic practice, although obstacles still make it difficult to access these resources in Brazil.
Minimally invasive and robotics techniques
- Arthroscopies allow you to evaluate the entire articulation with smaller instruments and high definition cameras, allowing the treatment of meniscus, cartilage and ligaments with less aggression to tissues.
- Robot -assisted arthroplasties provide more accurate cuts and better alignment of prostheses, reducing early wear and expanding implant durability.
- Navigation systems help in choosing the ideal positioning, ensuring symmetry and stability to the joint.
Personalized 3D grafts and prostheses
- 3D printers already produce surgical guides, molds and custom prostheses, adapted to the anatomy of each patient.
- New biocompatible materials and porous surfaces favor bone integration and can extend the life of implants.
- Research exploits laboratory-grown cartilage grafts, hybrid biomaterials and stem cell ligament substitutes, which still remain restricted to clinical studies.
Challenges for use in the national scene
The adoption of these innovations depends on investments in equipment, training of professionals and constant updating of safety protocols. The high cost of surgical robots and personalized prostheses limits access to a restricted part of the population, usually served in large centers and private hospitals. In addition, in order for these technologies to be incorporated into the public system, cost-effective assessments, regulations and standardization of training are required, allowing more experts to master the new methods.
Advances in knee surgery signal a promising future, with more accurate and lasting results. However, the success of these tools depends on the responsible integration, continuous training and policies that enable safe and egalitarian access to Brazilian patients.
Dra. Camila Cohen Kaleka – CRM/Sp 127.292 rqe 57.765
Orthopedist
Master at the Faculty of Medical Sciences of Santa Casa de São Paulo
Doctorate at the Israeli Institute of Teaching and Research Albert Einstein
Membro da Brazil Health
