Implementing cognitive support technologies (CSTs) in the operating room has been found to enhance surgical performance compared to traditional methods. Findings from 37 studies demonstrated decreased error rates and increased efficiency with the use of CSTs. Most CSTs achieved over 90% accuracy in identifying anatomical markers with minimal error margins. Additionally, there was a general trend of reduced surgical time. However, the limited ergonomic design of current CSTs hampers their widespread adoption, calling for more clinical data before widespread implementation.
Review by Zhang ZS, Wu Y and Zheng B in Surg Innov