Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals in Kolkata announced the official introduction of Precision Partial Knee Reconstruction Surgery, marking a significant advancement in orthopedic care. This patient-centric, minimally invasive approach offers a highly effective alternative to traditional total knee replacements by focusing on knee preservation.

​Led by Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Ranjan Kamilya and his team, this technique utilizes advanced technology to specifically target and replace only the damaged portion of the knee. By doing so, surgeons can preserve the healthy bone, surrounding tissues, and ligaments.

​The procedure, specifically known as Unicompartmental Knee Replacement (UKR), is supported by robust, long-term global data, including findings from the landmark Oxford Phase study:

​Exceptional Durability: Data indicate a 93% implant survival rate at 10 years and an 89% survival rate at 15 years.

​Reduced Complications: Individuals undergoing UKR are 50% less likely to experience major complications within the first 30 days post-surgery compared to those receiving traditional Total Knee Replacements (TKR).

​Improved Functionality: Long-term follow-ups demonstrate superior joint function, with average Oxford Knee Scores (OKS) improving from a pre-operative average of 23 to over 40 out of 48.

​Rapid Rehabilitation: Patients can typically return to light activities and low-impact sports within 4 to 6 weeks, significantly faster than the 3 to 6 months often required for recovery from TKR.

​While traditional total knee replacement has long been the standard for severe damage, many patients do not require a full replacement. Precision Partial Knee Reconstruction is particularly beneficial as it minimizes bodily trauma, reduces post-operative discomfort, and shortens hospital stays.

​A notable observation from the medical briefing is the growing number of younger patients seeking treatment for knee pain and early joint degeneration—conditions now seen more frequently due to modern lifestyle changes, prolonged physical inactivity, and repetitive movements. This precision-driven technique offers these individuals a way to return to daily activities faster while maintaining a more natural-feeling joint. Crucially, it serves as a proactive strategy that may effectively delay or entirely prevent the necessity for a total knee replacement later in life.

​By leveraging state-of-the-art surgical planning and technology, Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals, Kolkata, continues to position itself at the forefront of medical evolution, providing patients with advanced alternatives for managing debilitating knee pain.

Priyanka Dutta