Safa S. Kassab, MDMeet Our Medical StaffPatient Information - Kassab, MDSafa Kassab, MD Patient FormsSafa Kassab's office informationOther Links Smaller Font SizeLarger Font Size
Orthopedic Specialists of Oakland County

How It Works: MRI Positioning Guides for Knee Replacement

Patient specific MRI guides with Signature are made in a few simple steps.

Step 1: An MRI is performed to take very precise measurements of the patient's own knee.

Step 2: Special computer software uses the MRI to build a 3-D model of that patient's arthritic knee. It then virtually corrects the deformity to restore the knee anatomy to normal.

Step 3: A computerized 3-D image of the implant to be used in the patient's surgery is then Shape-Matched to the anatomically correct model. This helps determine the exact size and placement of the implant, based on the patient's own anatomy.

Step 4: Using all of this information, special Signature cutting guides are then created for the surgeon to use during the procedure.
The Result: A knee implanted with custom fit guides designed specifically for the individual patient.

For more information on Custom Fit Knee replacement with Signature, call us at 248-335-2977.



Home | Meet Our Medical Staff | Patient Information | New Patient Forms | Office Information | Other Links

Call Today For An Appointment

(248)-335-2977

Last modified: September 20, 2009

Call Today For An Appointment

(248)-335-2977

Last modified: September 20, 2009