Partial knee replacement op begins at KGMU

Lucknow: King George's Medical University has introduced partial knee replacement surgery at its orthopaedic department, aiming to provide advanced treatment for patients with localised knee damage. Unlike total knee replacement, this procedure focuses on repairing only the damaged portion of the knee, preserving healthy bone and cartilage.
Faculty at the Orthopaedics Department of KGMU, Prof Shailendra Singh, announced this development during the ‘Arthroplasty Conclave,' organised by the Lucknow Orthopaedic Society and KGMU and highlighted that the initiative primarily targets patients aged 20 to 50 who suffer from localised osteoarthritis or knee injuries but wish to maintain an active lifestyle.
The procedure benefits patients with shorter hospital stays, long-term benefits, quicker recovery, less pain and more natural knee movement. He cautioned, however, that the procedure was not suitable for patients with severe arthritis or extensive joint damage.
Orthopaedics HOD Prof Ashish Kumar spoke about advancements in implant materials that allow cementless fixation methods. "In these procedures, prosthetics are press-fitted into the bone, encouraging natural bone growth and better implant integration," he added. President of Ligament Arthroscopy India (LAI), Dr Rakesh Rajput, shared insights into emerging technologies like augmented reality that help surgeons visualise anatomical structures and accurately position implants during surgery.