Department Knee Surgery
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The Knee Surgery department at Schulthess Klinik is Switzerland’s largest reference centre for endoprosthetics and revision surgery. The department performs around 1100 knee endoprosthesis procedures per year. In addition to prostheses, the department also offers the full range of joint-preserving surgical options. Axial correction and complex ligament reconstructions of the knee are standardised, established procedures.
Along with conventional technology, modern robot-assisted systems such as ROSA® and VELYS™ are being used at Schulthess Klinik. They assist the surgeon in planning and performing the surgery and enable an especially precise alignment of the prosthesis based on individual anatomy. The goal is to restore joint function as well as possible and to ensure longer implant durability. The surgery remains in the hands of the surgeon—the robot only serves as a system of precision support. During the procedure, infrared sensors collect real-time data, allowing for an individualised positioning of the implant. About 1,000 such procedures have been performed so far.
Schulthess Klinik
Lengghalde 2
8008
Zürich
Switzerland
