Pune: Sahyadri Hospitals proudly announces a groundbreaking achievement in orthopedic surgery with the successful completion of Pune’s first robotic-assisted hip replacement using the direct anterior approach. The procedure was performed on Mr. Dnyaneshrao Pradhan (name changed), a 65-year-old retired resident of Satara, diagnosed with Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the hip, a condition where bone tissue in the hip deteriorates due to a lack of blood supply.
Under the expert care of Dr. Abhijit Agashe, Consultant Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon at Sahyadri Hospitals, the surgery was conducted on November 27, 2024, and Mr. Pradhan was discharged on December 2, 2024, reporting excellent post-operative progress. The use of the real intelligence robotic system combined with the direct anterior approach has set a new standard in the field, providing unparalleled precision and safety.
Dr. Abhijit Agashe commented on the benefits of this revolutionary technique, stating, “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.”
Dr. Agashe further highlighted, “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 millimeter precision.”
Sahyadri Hospitals remains committed to adopting innovative technologies and methods to enhance healthcare outcomes. This successful procedure marks a promising step towards making robotic-assisted surgeries the new standard in hip replacements.
