Papers
7
Total Citations
317
H-Index
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About
Andreas Burkart is a leading figure in orthopaedic biomechanics, whose work has fundamentally advanced our understanding of shoulder and knee joint stability. His research focuses on two critical areas: the biomechanical consequences of superior labral (SLAP) tears and the precision of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction techniques. Burkart’s landmark cadaveric studies on type II SLAP lesions, published in the early 2000s, demonstrated that these injuries significantly increase glenohumeral translations, and that surgical repair only partially restores native joint stability—findings that have shaped clinical decision-making for decades, with his two most-cited papers accumulating over 150 citations. In parallel, Burkart pioneered the evaluation of robotic systems for ACL tunnel placement. His controlled laboratory studies, cited over 120 times, revealed that active robotic systems like CASPAR achieve superior precision compared to even the most experienced surgeons, establishing a benchmark for accuracy in ligament reconstruction. By quantifying the limits of both human skill and current repair techniques, Burkart’s work provides essential evidence for improving surgical outcomes and continues to influence the design of orthopaedic robotics and arthroscopic repair protocols.
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- 3Precision of ACL tunnel placement using traditional and robotic techniques63 citations · 2001
- 4Precision of ACL Tunnel Placement Using Traditional and Robotic Techniques58 citations · 2001
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