Robot arm takes on knee surgery: will it keep implants tight?

NCT ID NCT05204797

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares robot-assisted knee replacement to the standard manual technique in 50 patients with partial knee arthritis. The goal is to see which method better prevents early implant loosening, measured with special X-rays. Participants will be followed for two years after surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Robot-assisted surgical procedure (CORI Surgical System)

What this could lead to

If robot-assisted surgery reduces early implant loosening, it could improve long-term success of partial knee replacements.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply widely. The robot may not offer a clear advantage over standard techniques.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis, knee Prosthesis Failure

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli

    Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, 40136, Italy