Hyderabad, 22nd September 2024: Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, in collaboration with the Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (AIMSR), hosted the 8th Arthroplasty Arthroscopy Summit 2024 (AAS) at AIMSR, Jubilee Hills. The one-day event was conducted under the auspices of the Telangana Orthopaedic Surgeons Association (TOSA) and the Twin Cities Orthopaedic Society (TCOS). Dr. Mithin Aachi, Course Director of AAS and Senior Orthopaedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, along with Dr. N. Somashekar Reddy, Organizing Chairman of AAS and Senior Orthopaedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, briefed the media on the latest advancements discussed during the summit.
The summit drew over 250 orthopaedic surgeons from across Telangana, including many emerging professionals in the field. This year’s conference emphasized educating young orthopaedic surgeons on the most recent surgical techniques. Nearly 50 orthopaedic procedures and techniques were demonstrated in a single day by esteemed national and local faculty members.
This extensive training program aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of young orthopaedic surgeons, particularly in identifying appropriate surgical indications and mastering surgical techniques. Over the years, the conference has gained significant support from participants who appreciate the depth of knowledge shared, and it has helped many students improve their surgical precision and expertise. This year, the summit centered on innovative methods for treating joint issues without resorting to knee or hip replacements. Experts discussed groundbreaking techniques for cartilage regeneration between joints, providing alternatives for patients who can be managed without invasive procedures. For cases requiring joint replacement, the summit explored the latest advancements in robotic-assisted surgeries, comparing their benefits and outcomes with traditional methods. Our goal is to advance orthopaedic care, ensuring improved outcomes and faster recovery for all patients, stated Dr. N. Somashekar Reddy.
The summit also spotlighted pioneering advancements in orthopaedic care, with a particular focus on the latest techniques revolutionizing joint treatments. Key highlights included new insights into the role of robotics in joint replacements and a groundbreaking single-stage procedure for treating cartilage lesions in the knee, aimed at preventing arthritis onset. Discussions also covered the most advanced joint preservation techniques and minimally invasive keyhole approaches in shoulder surgery, setting new benchmarks for patient outcomes, according to Dr. Mithin Aachi. While the long-term effectiveness of robotic surgery is still being evaluated, its benefits in precise cup positioning during hip replacements and in managing severe knee deformities are evident. The potential of indigenous robotic solutions could be transformative for India, significantly reducing costs while enhancing precision care. This breakthrough could make advanced treatment options more affordable and accessible to a larger number of patients across the country, potentially transforming the landscape of joint replacement surgeries, he added.
Participants expressed that while a senior experienced surgeon can achieve results comparable to robotic surgery, robotics can be particularly beneficial for patients with severe deformities. The delegates suggested that domestic manufacturing of robotic systems could be a promising way to reduce costs.
Another area of focus was the emerging single-stage techniques for cartilage lesions, which are proving effective in preventing osteoarthritis in the short term. However, long-term results are essential before these outcomes can be widely adopted.