Andrea Illuminati
IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
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135
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About
Andrea Illuminati is a leading orthopaedic researcher whose work is reshaping the landscape of knee arthroplasty through the rigorous evaluation of robotic-assisted surgical technologies. His primary research focus lies in comparing the clinical and radiological outcomes of robotic-assisted versus conventional total and unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (TKA and UKA). Illuminati’s major contributions include a landmark 2023 systematic review and meta-analysis (60 citations) demonstrating that robotic-assisted mechanically aligned TKA does not yield superior clinical or radiological results compared to conventional techniques—a finding that challenges widespread assumptions. He has also pioneered investigations into functional alignment, showing that robotic-arm-assisted TKA can effectively restore the joint line in varus deformities, as evidenced by his 2021 study (49 citations). His 2024 meta-analysis (24 citations) further reveals that robotic-assisted UKA significantly improves functional outcomes while reducing complications and revision rates. By synthesizing high-level evidence, Illuminati provides surgeons with critical, data-driven insights to navigate the adoption of robotics in knee surgery, making him a pivotal voice in evidence-based orthopaedics.
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