ShapeMatch® Technology
The Triathlon Custom Fit Knee with ShapeMatch Technology:
ShapeMatch Technology utilizes proprietary 3D imaging software to develop a customized pre-operative surgical plan for each patient. Upon surgeon review and approval, this plan is used to develop cutting guides for the individual patient. ShapeMatch Technology is only available for use with Stryker’s Triathlon Knee System
Features & Benefits
- Accuracy - The ShapeMatch imaging technique may provide greater accuracy than other imaging methods1
- Reproducibility - 95-98% reproducibility of ShapeMatch cutting guide placement among surgeons, indicating excellent reliability of the cutting guides2
- Simplicity - 75% reduction in instrumentation required for sterilization, on average
References
1.Thakore, M et al. "Validation of MRI Based Protocol to Measure Knee Alignment Angles for Use in Total Knee Arthroplasty" Presented at International Society of Technology in Arthroplasty (ISTA) September 2011
2. Hozack W, Nogler M et al. Intra- and inter-observer variability of jig placement in shape match technique of total knee arthroplasty – a cadaver study. Presented at International Society of Technology in Arthroplasty (ISTA) September 2011.
3. Stryker Data: Technical Memo: October 2010 (Instrument Reduction)
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