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Drdory t1_j8g9qw4 wrote

I am an orthopedic surgeon with 25 years of experience. There is not one single study, showing that any of these orthopedic robots improve anything in the long term for the patient. Their use is largely hype rather than actual scientific substance.

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sersarsor t1_j8gj02p wrote

But is it easier to use for you? It could be worth it if it decreases the level of physical stress or difficulty for the surgeon.

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Drdory t1_j8hu15g wrote

It makes cases more complex, not less. Takes more time.

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