In a move reflecting the rapid development of the health sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Al-Diriyah Hospital , a member of the Third Riyadh Health Cluster, recorded a new medical achievement by successfully performing a delicate knee replacement surgery using the latest surgical robot technology.
The medical team successfully ended the suffering of a 46-year-old patient who had been experiencing advanced grade four osteoarthritis of the knee, which had significantly impacted her quality of life and mobility. This medical achievement was led by Professor Dr. Fawzi Al-Jasser , visiting physician and consultant orthopedic surgeon, with the participation of Dr. Ahmed Bahkali, orthopedic surgeon at Al-Diriyah Hospital.
Details of the surgery and the technique used
The patient underwent surgery on her right knee, with the medical team utilizing advanced robotic technology that allows for exceptional precision in surgical planning and execution. The joint replacement was completely successful, eliminating all traces of osteoarthritis and correcting bone deformity and misalignment. This directly contributed to the patient regaining joint movement that closely mimics natural motion. This procedure is part of the services offered by the hospital's "Center of Excellence for Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery.".
Advantages and importance of robotic surgery
Robotic technology in orthopedic surgery represents a significant advancement in modern medicine. It provides surgeons with three-dimensional maps of the joint before and during the procedure, allowing for precise bone cutting and artificial joint placement with millimeter accuracy that is difficult to achieve with traditional methods. This technology contributes to reduced postoperative pain, faster recovery, and preservation of healthy tissues surrounding the knee, thus shortening the patient's hospital stay.
Enhancing quality of life and Vision 2030
The patient was discharged from the hospital in good health and is currently undergoing close monitoring to ensure the completion of her rehabilitation and recovery program. This success underscores the commitment of the Third Riyadh Health Cluster to enhancing the efficiency of medical services and localizing advanced treatment technologies.
This achievement aligns directly with the goals of Vision 2030 and the Health Sector Transformation Program, which aims to facilitate access to and improve the quality of healthcare services, and enhance prevention against health risks. The availability of such advanced technologies at Diriyah Hospital reduces the need to travel abroad or to major central medical cities, benefiting citizens and residents and strengthening the Kingdom's comprehensive healthcare system.
