Robotic Device Assists Surgeons During Knee Resurfacing Procedures

Published date : 11 February 2013
Article date : 11 February 2013

 

Mass Device reports that UK based orthopaedic device manufacturer, Stanmore Implants, has achieved FDA approval for the Sculptor Robotic Guidance Arm.

According to a press release from Stanmore the system uses a robotic guidance arm to assist surgeons' operation of cutting tools during partial knee resurfacing procedures. It is one of a suite of devices and software systems that the company produces for personalised orthopedic implants. 

Stanmore says it will release the system in a limited number of hospitals starting in mid-2013.

Source: Mass Device, 6th February 2013.

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