Robotic knee and hip replacement surgery has transformed from a new technology used in a limited number of centers over the last 10 years to one of the rapidly growing application areas of prosthetic surgery. With the introduction of the Mako robotic surgical system in Adana, patients can now access three-dimensional planning and personalized prosthesis placement options in their own city.
About 10 years ago, robotic prosthetic surgery was only performed in certain centers due to high equipment costs and limited clinical experience. Today, however, robotic systems are increasingly preferred, especially in knee and hip replacement surgeries.
The use of robotic knee replacement surgery has approached 16 percent.
According to the American Joint Replacement Registry’s 2025 report, robotic assistance was used in approximately 16.1% of primary total knee replacement surgeries recorded in 2024. This rate indicates that robotic surgery is no longer merely an experimental or limited application.
The same registry system analyzed more than 3.7 million knee and hip replacement surgeries from 1,447 healthcare facilities between 2012 and 2023. It reported that the use of robotic hip replacement surgery has nearly tripled since 2017.
The precision in prosthesis placement has increased.
In robotic knee replacement surgery, the patient’s bone structure is evaluated in three dimensions. The size of the prosthesis, the level of bone incisions, leg alignment, and ligament balance can be planned before the surgery.
A meta-analysis published in 2024 showed that robotic total knee replacement provides higher accuracy in anatomical and mechanical alignment compared to classical surgery. However, it was also noted that short-term functional, complication, and patient satisfaction outcomes may be similar for both methods.
So the greatest strength of robotic systems is not that they guarantee the outcome of the surgery, but that they help the surgeon execute their plan more precisely and repeatably.
The length of hospital stay can vary.
A 2024 study using extensive patient data found that the average hospital stay for patients who underwent robotic knee replacement surgery was 1.89 days , compared to 2.1 days in the group that did not use robotic surgery.
In the same study, blood-related complications were recorded as 11.67% in the robotic group and 14.19% in the other group. However, recovery time can vary depending on the patient’s age, weight, muscle strength, additional illnesses, and rehabilitation program.
In another large study, the median hospital stay after robotic total knee replacement was measured at 76 hours , compared to 82.5 hours with the conventional method.
Three-dimensional planning in robotic hip replacement.
In robotic hip replacement surgery, the angle of the hip socket, the size of the prosthesis, the center of the joint, and the leg length can be planned before the operation.
A meta-analysis published in 2025 showed that robotic hip replacement could improve the accuracy of implant placement and the reconstruction of hip anatomy. However, there was no significant difference in patient-reported pain and functional outcomes compared to the conventional method. Robotic surgeries can also have a longer operating time.
Is the surgery being performed by a robot?
Robot-assisted knee and hip replacement surgery is not performed by the robot alone. The examination, surgical plan, bone cuts, and prosthesis placement are all under the control of an orthopedic specialist.
The robotic arm and haptic technology in the Mako system help to limit the surgeon’s ability to move outside the predetermined safe working area. The goal is to ensure that the necessary bone preparation is carried out within the planned limits.
Mako robotic prosthetic surgery in Adana.
The introduction of robotic prosthetic surgery in Adana provides a significant improvement in accessibility for patients who previously had to travel to other cities for this technology.
The Mako robotic surgical method, performed by Op. Dr. Muhsin Dursun at Private Adana Middle East Hospital, is used in suitable patients:
- Robotic total knee replacement,
- Robotic partial knee replacement,
- Robotic hip replacement
Surgeries can be performed with personalized three-dimensional planning.
Robotic surgery is not necessary for every patient. The decision for surgery should be made by evaluating the patient’s degree of osteoarthritis, pain, limited mobility, examination findings, and previous treatments.
This content is for informational purposes only. The suitability and outcomes of robotic prosthetic surgery may vary from patient to patient.
