What is satellite navigation technology?
In satellite navigation technology the satellite precisely identifies the position of starting point and destination of the journey. During the flight the satellite continuously guides the pilot giving accurate directions to reach the destination without errors.

Similarly during the computer assisted knee replacement the computer with the help of infrared camera and trackers maps out the journey from arthritic knee to perfect knee. During each step the surgeon is guided by the computer to reach a perfect knee.

Technical Details
Computer assisted Knee replacement with BrainLab – Ci Versin 1.1.1. mad in USA

Major Components
1. 3d Tracking device with Infra red camera for real time data collections during surgery (works Like a Satellite)
2. Computer with touch screen monitor & interactive 3D interface (works as a planner)

Operative Steps

1. Data Acquisition from the patient during surgery Computer prepares customized digital bone model of the joint at the beginning of the surgery
2. Patient specific Computer planning
   With implant specific software , the computer accurately plans the cuts on the bones and placement of implant
3. Navigation during the surgery and verification
   During the surgery each step is navigated , verified and rectified to the accuracy of 0.5 mm and 0.5 Degree
4. Perfect result-Each time , Every time
   Perfect knee replacement with 100% accuracy

Advantages

1. surgery with 100 % precision
2. Elimination of human errors during surgery
3. Perfect alignment & balancing of knee joint ( with accuracy of 0.5mm & 0.5 degree)
4. increased implant longevity (20-30 years)
5. Surgery through small incision (Minimal invasive Surgery)
6. Less chances of complications like blood loss, pulmonary embolism etc.
7. Shorter hospital stay

Satellite Technology in Action