Should Cost aplicado a prótese para artroplastia total do joelho fabricado a partir de liga Cr-Co-Mo

Abstract

Technology is the human adaptive advantage in facing external challenges. Thus, with the increasing demand for solutions that assist in mobility and rehabilitation, there is a significant business opportunity in the manufacturing of prostheses to meet the growing market demand. In this context, this study aimed to assess the economic feasibility of the manufacturing costs for a mid-sized factory specializing in the production of prostheses for Total Knee Arthroplasty using CoCrMo alloy, employing the Should Cost methodology as an analytical tool. This methodology seeks to break down all the costs involved in manufacturing the part, allowing the manager to visualize the economic viability of the venture. To do this, it was necessary to study manufacturing methods in order to outline a production line for each component and then check production capacity, taking into account the chosen manufacturing process and lead times. In a second phase, all the main direct and indirect costs involved in manufacturing were analyzed so that, with this data, it was possible to determine the production cost per unit. The product's cost price proved to be economically viable, confirming that the chosen manufacturing technique is efficient and highly productive for the production of prostheses for total knee arthroplasty. The results showed that, due to the uniform distribution of costs over the years, the unit price of the prosthesis did not undergo a significant change and that the observed variation in values resulted from adjustments due to inflation.