Luca Matascioli

Fondazione Poliambulanza Istituto Ospedaliero

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Luca Matascioli is a leading orthopedic surgeon and researcher specializing in robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty (TKA), with a particular focus on correcting severe knee deformities. His work has significantly advanced the application of modern robotic systems in complex joint reconstruction, demonstrating that these technologies can improve clinical outcomes even in challenging cases involving severe coronal malalignment. In his most-cited study (32 citations), Matascioli provides critical evidence from a single-center experience, showing that robotic guidance enables precise implant positioning and soft tissue balancing in patients with extreme deformities—a population often excluded from conventional TKA studies. He has also authored a comprehensive update on managing valgus knee deformities in the robotics era, highlighting the unique challenges of soft tissue tension and alignment that these cases present. By bridging the gap between cutting-edge robotics and real-world surgical complexity, Matascioli’s research offers practical, evidence-based guidance for surgeons seeking to expand the indications for robotic TKA. His work is essential reading for residents, fellows, and practicing arthroplasty surgeons aiming to optimize outcomes in the most demanding knee reconstruction scenarios.