Mako® SMARTROBOTICS™
Now available at KIMS Hospital
KIMS Hospital is the first hospital in Kent to be offering Mako SmartRobotics™ for joint surgery.
Using Mako's robotic-arm assisted technology together with 3D virtual modelling, your surgeon is able to perform a more precise joint replacement surgery which can result in less pain and faster recovery times*.
If you’re experiencing pain caused by arthritis or trauma of the hip or the knee, and you require a total joint replacement, you may be a good fit for Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted joint replacement surgery.
The first step is to book a consultation with an Orthopaedic Consultant to discuss your condition and see if a robotic-arm assisted procedure is right for you. You can choose to have your consultation, diagnostics and follow up appointments at KIMS Hospital or Sevenoaks Medical Centre. If you need surgery, this will be carried out at KIMS Hospital in Maidstone.
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Using Mako at KIMS Hospital
3D virtual modelling of your hip or knee joint is used to create a completely personalised surgical plan for each patient. Using Mako's robotic-arm assisted technology together with 3D virtual modelling, your surgeon is able to perform a more precise knee replacement surgery resulting in less pain and faster recovery times*.
- Total Knee Replacement
Guide price from: £12,340
- Total HIP Replacement
Guide price from: £12,073
CONSULTANTS
Using Mako at KIMS Hospital
Mr Syed Ahmed
Consultant Hip Surgeon
Mr Paul Gill
Consultant Knee Surgeon
Mr Chan Jeer
Consultant Knee Surgeon
Mr Kasetti Ravikumar
Consultant Knee Surgeon
Mr James Smith
Consultant Knee Surgeon
Mr James Young
Consultant Knee Surgeon
Mr Krissen Chettiar
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
From Diagnosis To Recovery
Our in-house diagnostic facilities, including MRI, CT, ultrasound and X-ray, ensure prompt diagnosis of your condition.
Our team of orthopaedic specialists can provide effective treatment across all areas relating to the musculoskeletal system, including joint replacements, spinal conditions and sporting injuries.
It’s likely we’ll recommend physical therapy to support your recovery and aftercare, which is why we have an in-house team on hand with exceptional knowledge of musculoskeletal management to help you back on your feet as soon as possible
Frequently asked questions
What is Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery?
Mako is a robotic-arm technology developed by Stryker. It is used by some orthopaedic surgeons to assist with joint replacement surgery.What surgery is available with mako at kims hospital?
KIMS Hospital currently offers total hip and total knee replacement surgery using the Mako Robotic-Arm.What are the benefits of Mako robotic-arm assisted technology?
The SmartRobotics technology provides patients with a highly personalised surgical experience. The Mako System combines 3D virtual modelling with robotic-arm assisted technology to transform the way joint replacements are performed, resulting in:• Greater precision and accuracy
• Less bone and soft tissue damage
• Less post-operative pain and faster recovery*
The lifespan of your implant should also be increased as more accurately positioned implants last longer.
How does it work?
Before your surgery, a 3D virtual model of your joint is produced which shows bone structure, disease severity, joint alignment and surrounding bone and tissue. This helps your surgeon to accurately determine optimal size, placement and alignment of your joint replacement implant.The 3D virtual model allows the Mako System to create a completely personalised surgical plan for each patient. The surgeon guides the robotic-arm which has Mako's AccuStop™ haptic technology to increase precision and accuracy.
Mako provides real-time data to your surgeon, allowing them to continuously assess the movement and tension of your new joint, and adjust if desired.
Does the robotic-arm perform the surgery?
No. The robotic arm cannot make decisions on its own or move in any way without the surgeon guiding it.Can all surgeons operate the mako robotic-arm?
No. Only surgeons who are trained to use the technology are able to perform robotic-arm assisted operations.Will I be suitable for Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery?
The first step is to book a consultation with one of the listed consultants to discuss your condition and see if a robotic-arm assisted procedure is right for you.Make an enquiry
*References for benefits of Mako SmartRobotics
Hampp EL, Scholl LY, Chang TC, et al Robotic-arm assisted total knee arthroplasty demonstrated greater accuracy to plan compared to manual technique. 17th annual CAOS Meeting, June 2017, Vol 1, 2017; 1-5.
Mahoney O, Kinsey T, Sodhi N, et al. Improved Component Placement Accuracy with Robotic-Arm Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty. J Knee Surg. 2022;35(3):337-344. doi:10.1055/s-0040-1715571
Kayani B., Konan S., Pietrziek J., Haddad F. S. Iatrogenic Bone and Soft Tissue Trauma in Robotic-Arm Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty Compared With Conventional Jig-Based Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Prospective Cohort Study and Validation of a New Classification System. "https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29699827"J Arthroplasty. 2018 Aug;33(8):2496-2501.
Marchand RC, Sodhi N, Khlopas A, Sultan AA, Harwin SF, Malkani AL, Mont MM. Patient satisfaction outcomes after robotic-arm assisted total knee arthroplasty: a short-term evaluation. J Knee Surg. 2017 Nov;30(9):849-853
Kayani B, Konan S, Tahmassebi J, Pietrzak JRT, Haddad FS. Robotic–arm assisted total knee arthroplasty is associated with improved early functional recovery and reduced time to hospital discharge compared with conventional jig-based total knee arthroplasty: A prospective cohort study. Bone Joint J. 2018;100-B(7):930-937. doi:10.1302/0301-620X.100B7.BJJ-2017-1449.R1