Moussa Kafelov
Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Hôpital de la Croix-Rousse
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About
Moussa Kafelov is pioneering the next generation of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) through the development and validation of functional alignment (FA) philosophy. His research fundamentally redefines how surgeons approach knee replacement by moving beyond traditional mechanical alignment to a personalized strategy that respects each patient’s unique bony and soft tissue phenotypes. Kafelov’s landmark work, including his highly cited paper on the rationale and technique for the valgus morphotype using image-based robotic platforms, has established a new standard for individualized surgical planning. Demonstrating the clinical superiority of this approach, his comparative study showed that functional positioning achieved a significantly higher Forgotten Joint Score at one year compared to conventional TKA with restricted kinematic alignment, accumulating over 50 citations. Further contributions include demonstrating that restoration of the anterior compartment significantly improves functional outcomes and range of motion, and introducing novel measurement techniques for trochlear offset. With a growing body of work exceeding 150 total citations in just two years, Kafelov is rapidly becoming a leading voice in robotic-assisted TKA, providing surgeons with evidence-based, reproducible techniques that enhance soft tissue balance and deliver superior, patient-specific results.
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