The General Hospital of Nicosia has launched a new phase in orthopaedic care with the introduction of robotic knee surgery and hip arthroplasty procedures in the public healthcare system.
Through the State Health Services Organisation (OKYpY), the hospital has installed the CORI Robotic-Assisted Surgery system developed by Smith+Nephew, significantly upgrading its Orthopaedic Clinic.
Advanced robotic technology now available in public sector
The new system enables surgeons to perform partial and total knee replacements, revision knee surgeries, and hip arthroplasties with robotic assistance.
Hospital officials said the technology marks a major modernisation step, bringing advanced surgical options previously available mainly in private or overseas specialised centres into Cyprus’s public healthcare system.
Personalised surgical planning in real time
The robotic surgery approach is based on fully personalised surgical planning.
Using real-time digital mapping, motion sensors and intraoperative data, surgeons can assess joint function during the procedure and adjust bone cuts and implant placement with high precision.
The surgeon remains fully in control of the procedure, designing and confirming the surgical plan before execution, while the robotic system ensures accuracy during implementation.
CORI system offers cutting-edge capabilities
The CORI Robotic-Assisted Surgery system allows real-time anatomical mapping without requiring preoperative CT or MRI scans.
This reduces radiation exposure and speeds up surgical preparation, while providing high-precision data for the operating team.
The system also enables virtual implant positioning and dynamic assessment of ligament balance and joint stability before bone cuts are made.
Benefits for patients and public healthcare
The introduction of robotic surgery at the Nicosia General Hospital offers several key benefits for patients, including:
- improved precision in implant placement
- better joint alignment and stability
- reduced risk of revision surgeries
- faster recovery times
- access to advanced surgical technology within the public health system
Health authorities said the development significantly enhances the quality of orthopaedic care available in Cyprus.
Major milestone for public orthopaedics
The introduction of robotic-assisted surgery is described as a major milestone for the hospital’s Orthopaedic Clinic and for Cyprus public healthcare more broadly.
Officials said the investment reflects a long-term commitment to innovation, improved patient care and the adoption of advanced medical technologies within the public system.
More information about the Orthopaedic Clinic is available via the State Health Services Organisation.
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