The Role of Navigation and Robotic Surgery in Hip Arthroscopy

Computer-aided orthopaedic surgery is now used for improving the accuracy and position in a variety of procedures, including total knee arthroplasty and cruciate ligament reconstruction. Current treatment for femoroacetabular impingement comprises both open and arthroscopic techniques. Although both have their advantages and pitfalls, it is evident that a quantitative and minimally invasive methodology, for calculating the arc of resection and performing a precise osteotomy, would improve clinical outcome. In this review we discuss recent research exploring the role of navigation and robotics for the treatment of femoroacetabular impingement.