Nicosia general hospital introduces robotic-assisted orthopaedic surgery

The State Health Services Organisation (OKYPY) of Cyprus has announced the installation of the Smith+Nephew Cori robotic-assisted surgical system at Nicosia General Hospital. This platform is now available for public health patients requiring knee replacements, revision procedures, and hip arthroplasties. The system utilizes sensors and real-time digital mapping to create patient-specific surgical plans, eliminating the need for preoperative scans and reducing radiation exposure. Surgeons retain control of the procedure, using the robotic arm as a support tool to improve precision in implant positioning and ligament balancing. By providing these advanced services locally, the hospital aims to reduce the necessity for patients to seek orthopaedic treatment abroad. The implementation is intended to improve long-term clinical outcomes, enhance joint stability, and shorten patient recovery times. This development reflects OKYPY's ongoing strategy to modernize medical infrastructure within the country's public healthcare sector.