Robot-Assisted vs Standard Knee Replacement for Osteoarthritis
(RoboKnees Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This is a pilot randomized trial to assess the feasibility of a definitive trial to determine the effect of robot-assisted partial knee replacements versus standard total knee replacements.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
Is robot-assisted knee replacement surgery safe for humans?
How does robot-assisted knee replacement differ from standard treatments for osteoarthritis?
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Robot-assisted partial knee arthroplasty and Total knee arthroplasty for osteoarthritis?
Research shows that robot-assisted knee surgeries, like total and partial knee arthroplasty, improve the accuracy of implant positioning and alignment compared to traditional methods. This can lead to better short-term functional outcomes, especially in partial knee replacements, although the long-term benefits are still being studied.346810
Who Is on the Research Team?
Anthony Adili, MD, P.Eng, FRCSC
Principal Investigator
McMaster University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults with unicompartmental knee osteoarthritis, potentially including patellofemoral OA, who need surgery. Candidates must be agreed upon by two study surgeons as eligible for either treatment. Exclusions include prior major knee surgery, inability to get a CT scan before surgery, technical issues with the robot equipment, cognitive disabilities preventing informed consent, and those not wishing to participate.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo either robot-assisted partial knee arthroplasty or standard total knee arthroplasty
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including assessments of knee function and quality of life
Long-term follow-up
Participants are monitored for long-term outcomes such as implant survival and persistent post-surgical pain
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Robot-assisted partial knee arthroplasty
- Total knee arthroplasty
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
McMaster University
Lead Sponsor
Hamilton Academic Health Sciences Organization
Collaborator
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Collaborator
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
Collaborator