What is Hip Replacement?
Robotic Hip Replacement Surgery
Compared to traditional surgical methods, robotic hip replacement is a modern approach customized according to the patient’s anatomy and supported by robotic technology. This technology ensures accurate implant positioning, providing better mobility and long-lasting results.
How Long Does Robotic Hip Replacement Surgery Take?
The duration of robotic hip replacement surgery may vary depending on:
- the complexity of the surgery,
- the surgeon’s experience,
- the patient’s anatomical structure,
- the patient’s overall health condition.
Generally, robotic hip replacement surgery takes between 1 and 3 hours.
Since robotic surgery is more precise and controlled than traditional methods, the operation may sometimes take longer. However, robotic technology provides more successful surgical outcomes.
Before surgery, the surgeon can provide more detailed information specific to the patient.
Returning to Daily Life After Hip Replacement
After robotic hip replacement surgery, patients usually begin rehabilitation within 4-5 hours.
Compared to traditional methods, robotic surgery allows faster recovery in:
- returning to daily activities,
- walking,
- climbing stairs,
- discontinuing walking aids.
Walking cane use generally ends within 2-6 weeks.
Success Rate and Lifespan After Hip Replacement Surgery
Hip prostheses can provide effective movement and function for approximately 15-35 years regardless of surface selection.
Studies have shown that actively used hip prostheses:
- can function for more than 15 years,
- have success rates between 94-96%.
Why is Robotic Surgery Preferred?
Robotic surgery is a modern technology especially preferred for sensitive and complex operations.
Advantages of robotic surgery:
- Provides millimetric precision
- Reduces hand tremors
- Allows more precise incisions
- Provides 3D high-resolution imaging
- Enables smaller incisions
- Causes less pain
- Leaves smaller scars
- Provides faster recovery
- Reduces hospital stay duration
- Lowers infection risk
- Reduces blood loss
- Enables faster mobilization
- Shortens return-to-daily-life time
