S. Kalaai

Maastricht University

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Total Citations

71

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About

Dr. S. Kalaai is a pioneering orthopedic surgeon whose work centers on advancing robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and improving surgical precision. Their most influential contribution, a 2020 study on an image-free handheld robotic system, demonstrated that this technology can achieve superior alignment and outcomes compared to conventional methods. In a matched control group of 77 cases, Dr. Kalaai showed that the handheld robot reduced outliers in implant positioning and enhanced early functional recovery, a finding that has garnered 71 citations and reshaped minimally invasive TKA protocols. This work underscores their commitment to integrating accessible, cost-effective robotics into routine practice, bridging the gap between high-tech innovation and clinical practicality. Dr. Kalaai’s research has been instrumental in validating handheld robotic platforms as viable alternatives to larger, more expensive systems, making precision surgery more widely available. Their ongoing investigations into long-term outcomes and patient-specific alignment continue to influence surgical decision-making, solidifying their reputation as a key figure in the evolution of robotic orthopedics.

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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Preliminary experience with an image-free handheld robot for total knee arthroplasty: 77 cases compared with a matched control group
71 citations · 2020
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2020 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 5
🏛 Institutions: Maastricht University

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