5th International Conference on Arthroplasty and Orthopedic Surgery

"Advancements in joint preservation and replacement techniques ensuring better mobility and longer-lasting results."

Joint preservation and replacement surgery have undergone significant transformations in recent years, driven by improvements in technology and surgical techniques. Total joint arthroplasty (TJA), often performed on patients with advanced osteoarthritis or severe joint deformities, continues to improve through innovations in robotic-assisted surgery and computer-assisted navigation. These techniques ensure optimal component alignment, reduce human error, and lead to faster recovery times with fewer complications. Osteotomy, a procedure to realign joints and preserve cartilage, is gaining popularity in younger patients who have not yet developed severe arthritis but experience pain due to misalignment or early cartilage wear. In these cases, joint preservation techniques such as autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) and osteochondral grafting are often utilized to regenerate damaged cartilage, delaying the need for joint replacement. The materials used in joint replacement surgery have also evolved. Cross-linked polyethylene, ceramic bearings, and titanium implants are improving the longevity and performance of prosthetic joints, reducing wear and tear and increasing the lifespan of implants. Robotic-assisted surgeries further enhance the precision of component placement, ensuring better functional outcomes and a more natural-feeling joint after surgery. For patients with early-stage joint degeneration, hip and knee preservation surgeries offer a minimally invasive option to maintain joint function and delay or avoid the need for full joint replacement. In complex cases where implant failure occurs, revision joint surgeries have seen significant advancements, improving patient outcomes and offering a solution for long-term implant complications.