With MISSO, patients in Himmatnagar can access world-class, minimally invasive joint replacement solutions
Udaipur : Pluto Hospital has taken a pioneering leap in orthopedic care with the installation of MISSO, an advanced AI-powered robotic system developed by Meril. As the first of its kind in Himmatnagar, this cutting-edge technology is set to transform the way joint replacement surgeries are performed. Dr. Keval Patel is driving this innovation, bringing advanced joint replacement care to local patients. The system was officially inaugurated by Shri Praful Patel, Hon’ble Administrator, UTs of Dadar & Nagar Haveli and Diu & Daman and Lakshadweep, underscoring the growing role of technology in advancing patient care in Tier-2 cities.
Kantilal Patidar, a 62-year-old resident of Dungarpur, Rajasthan, had been dealing with knee pain for quite some time. Over the years, the discomfort gradually got worse, making it harder for him to move around and go about his daily activities. After speaking with orthopedic specialists and exploring his options, he was advised to undergo robotic knee replacement surgery.
The surgery was carried out using the AI-based robotic system, which enabled highly precise pre-operative planning and intra-operative execution. Because of the system’s enhanced accuracy and minimally invasive approach, the patient experienced a smooth and swift recovery, managing to walk pain-free within just three days of the procedure.
Speaking about the landmark surgery, Dr Keval Patel, Robotic Joint Replacement Surgeon at Pluto Hospital, said,“AI-based robotic surgery represents a new era in orthopedic care, and we are proud to bring this transformative technology to Himmatnagar. The precision it offers not only improves surgical outcomes but also enhances patient recovery. The system highlights our commitment to adopting next-generation solutions and offering world-class care to our patients.”
The MISSO Robotic System is among the most advanced fully active robotic technologies for joint replacement surgeries. It integrates AI with an optical tracking sensor, a 6-axis articulated robotic arm, and superior safety sensors. This allows surgeons to carry out real-time gap balancing, assess joint dynamics, and modify surgical plans intra-operatively to ensure optimal alignment and implant placement.
Moreover, robotic-assisted procedures supported by MISSO result in minimal tissue trauma, reduced blood loss, and shorter hospital stays, translating into quicker recovery times and improved post-surgical quality of life for patients.
With Himmatnagar emerging as a center for advanced orthopedic care, patients from nearby regions, including those on the borders of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, can now consider coming here for similar surgeries in the future. This also reflects a larger shift where tier-2 cities like Himmatnagar are now embracing and benefiting from cutting-edge medical technologies that were once limited to metro hospitals.
Pluto Hospital Launches MISSO, Himmatnagar’s First AI-Based Robotic Joint Replacement System
