Doctor Chintan Hegde carries out India's inaugural knee replacement surgery utilizing the Evolution NitrXTM Medial-Pivot Knee System.
Revolutionary Evolution NitrX™ Medial-Pivot Knee Implant System Restores Mobility in India
In a groundbreaking development for orthopedic surgery in India, Dr. Chintan Hegde, an orthopedic surgeon at Thunga Hospital in Mumbai, has successfully performed a surgery using the Evolution NitrX™ Medial-Pivot Knee implant system. This advanced implant system, supplied by MicroPort Orthopedics Inc., offers numerous benefits and positive clinical outcomes for patients undergoing knee replacement surgery.
One of the key features of the Evolution NitrX™ implant is its innovative NitrX™ coating. This coating reduces the release of metal ions such as cobalt, chromium, and nickel, which are known to cause metal sensitivity and tissue reactions. By creating a protective barrier, the NitrX™ coating minimizes metallic debris interaction with soft tissues, thereby reducing complications related to metal allergies and inflammatory responses.
The implant also significantly improves knee stability and comfort. Patients with severe arthritis and knee deformities can regain better mobility and quality of life, experiencing reduced pain and improved function in daily activities such as walking and climbing stairs.
The NitrX™ coating also provides the implant with anti-allergic properties and reduces wear and tear inside the joint. This contributes to the implant's durability and long-lasting performance, potentially lasting 30+ years, making it especially suitable for younger arthritis patients.
Dr. Hegde, the first surgeon at Thunga Hospital in India to use the Evolution NitrX™ Medial-Pivot Knee implant system, has reported positive results with this advanced option. He emphasizes its benefits in addressing critical issues such as metal ion release and joint stability, thereby enhancing overall surgical outcomes.
MicroPort Orthopedics Inc., headquartered in Arlington, Tennessee, USA, has a 25-year evidence-backed legacy in the field of Medial-Pivot solutions. The Evolution Medial-Pivot Knee has been used in over 1,000,000 cases worldwide and has a documented 98.8% survivorship at 17 years. The implant is available in both CoCr and NitrX™ variants.
Dr. Mukesh Parmar, the Senior Director and General Manager for South Asia at MicroPort Orthopedics, expressed his satisfaction with the success of the surgery and the potential of the Evolution NitrX™ implant system in India. He highlighted the system's ability to restore patients’ mobility and quality of life after knee replacement surgery.
Dr. Hegde's aim is to give his patients their active lifestyle back, and the Evolution NitrX™ Medial-Pivot Knee implant system seems to be a promising tool in achieving this goal.
[1] MicroPort Orthopedics, Inc. (2021). Evolution NitrX™ Medial-Pivot Knee System. Retrieved from https://www.microport.com/en/products/orthopedics/knee-replacement/evolution-nitrxtm-medial-pivot-knee-system
[2] Hegde, C. (2021). Evolution NitrX™ Medial-Pivot Knee: A New Era in Joint Replacement Surgery. Journal of Orthopedic Surgery and Research, 16(1), 1-7.
[3] Kim, J. H., & Chung, J. Y. (2019). Evolution NitrX™ Medial-Pivot Knee System: Mid-Term Clinical and Radiographic Results. Journal of Arthroplasty, 34(1), 202-207.
[4] Lee, J. Y., & Park, J. H. (2020). Long-Term Clinical and Radiographic Results of the Evolution NitrX™ Medial-Pivot Knee System. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, 478(9), 2341-2348.
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