Kochi, Dec 29:- Aster Medcity has successfully performed South India’s first Total Knee Replacement using Augmented Reality technology, marking a significant milestone in the adoption of next-generation surgical innovation in the region.
The landmark procedure was carried out on a 57-year-old male patient from Cherthala by a surgical team led by Dr. Vijayamohan, Lead Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Aster Medcity.
The AR-assisted TKR combines advanced digital visualization with real-time surgical navigation, enabling enhanced precision in implant positioning, alignment, and soft-tissue balancing. By superimposing critical anatomical data directly into the surgeon’s field of view, the technology enhances accuracy while preserving the surgeon’s clinical judgment and expertise. This approach minimizes intraoperative bone and tissue manipulation, reduces variability, and promotes safer surgical outcomes.
Commenting on the achievement, Dr. Vijayamohan said;
“This milestone represents a major step forward in patient-centric knee replacement surgery. Augmented Reality allows us to visualise complex knee anatomy with unprecedented clarity during the procedure, improving accuracy, functional outcomes, and potentially accelerating patient recovery.”
The patient demonstrated a rapid post-operative recovery with encouraging early outcomes, including improved joint mobility and reduced discomfort. This success highlights the benefits of integrating the expertise of skilled surgeons with advanced AR and AI-driven technologies. Orthopaedic experts believe that AR-assisted joint replacement could redefine surgical standards by reducing human error and enhancing long-term implant survivorship.
Dr. Nalanda Jayadev, CEO, Aster Medcity, added;
“This achievement reflects our commitment to bringing world-class medical technology to our patients. We are proud to support innovations that continue to raise the benchmark of surgical excellence.”
With this pioneering procedure, Aster Medcity reinforces its leadership in advanced joint replacement surgery and its dedication to delivering cutting-edge, evidence-based care to patients across South India.
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Dr. Vijayamohan, Lead Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Aster Medcity, performing South India’s first Augmented Reality (AR)-guided Total Knee Replacement.
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Dr. Vijayamohan, Lead Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Aster Medcity.