Robotic platforms have revolutionized arthroplasty through precision and patient-specific planning, yet introduce cyber-physical vulnerabilities in interconnected surgical ecosystems. Recent incidents, including the 2026 cyber-attack, highlight operational risks despite low direct intraoperative threats. Proactive cybersecurity, via FDA-aligned secure design, institutional audits, and surgeon vigilance, is imperative to safeguard patient safety and trust in precision orthopedics.
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