Papers
5
Total Citations
81
H-Index
5
About
Dr. K A Gustke is a leading orthopedic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) through technology-assisted techniques and refined surgical balancing. His major contributions include demonstrating that robotic-arm-assisted TKA yields excellent patient-reported outcomes at minimum two-year follow-up (17 citations), and that it significantly reduces manipulation under anesthesia rates compared to conventional instrumentation (27 citations). Dr. Gustke has also pioneered a restricted functional balancing technique for varus deformities, showing that medial soft-tissue release does not worsen outcomes (13 citations), and has clarified the role of posterior osteophytes in coronal soft-tissue balance (15 citations). His recent work comparing robotic-assisted functional alignment to manual adjusted mechanical alignment (9 citations) further establishes his influence in precision knee arthroplasty. With over 80 citations across his most impactful studies, Dr. Gustke’s research directly informs surgical decision-making, helping surgeons achieve better alignment, stability, and patient satisfaction. His dedication to evidence-based innovation makes him a key figure in modern TKA.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5