ROBOTIC
ZIMMER BIOMET ENTERS DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT WITH THINK SURGICAL TO OFFER TMINI MINIATURE HANDHELD ROBOTIC SYSTEM FOR TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY
Zimmer Biomet Holdings , a global medical technology leader , has announced a limited distribution agreement with THINK Surgical , regarding its wireless , handheld , TMINI Miniature Robotic System for total knee arthroplasty . The agreement will result in an exclusive offering , integrating Zimmer Biomet technology into a customised TMINI robotic solution . The TMINI system complements Zimmer Biomet ’ s comprehensive , flagship ROSA Robotics portfolio with a handheld robotic option that enables accurate implant placement to a predetermined CT-based , three-dimensional surgical plan .
Zimmer Biomet anticipates introducing the customised TMINI System to select markets in the US in the second half of 2024 . �
“ We are proud to be the first MedTech company to offer two complementary robotic systems for surgeons looking to incorporate robotic assistance while performing a knee replacement ,” said Dr Nitin Goyal , Chief Science , Technology and Innovation Officer at Zimmer Biomet . “ TMINI addresses surgeon demand for an ergonomic , wireless , handheld robotic system and now , in addition to ROSA , underscores our dedication to empowering surgeons with more choices to make the right decision for each patient .”
Earlier this year , Zimmer Biomet expanded its flagship ROSA Robotics portfolio with ROSA Shoulder , the world ’ s first robotic surgery system for shoulder replacement . The platform , which includes applications for total knee and total hip replacement , remains the Company ’ s core focus , while working with THINK Surgical to introduce a customised TMINI system that integrates Zimmer Biomet technology .
“ Our strategic partnership with THINK Surgical allows us to explore the value of a handheld platform to accelerate adoption of robotics in orthopaedic surgery ,” added Dr Goyal . “ We believe the TMINI system ’ s design is particularly valuable and well-suited for knee procedures performed in ambulatory surgery centres and other out-patient settings .”
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