Recent advancements in surgical visualization and guidance, including fluorescence-guided surgery, contrast-enhanced ultrasound, and augmented reality, are shaping the future of general surgery. This narrative review explores cutting-edge technologies and their integration with artificial intelligence, promising enhanced intraoperative decision-making and surgical precision. While these innovations offer exciting prospects, further research and surgeon training in artificial intelligence are essential for their widespread adoption in clinical practice.
Review by Brollo PP and Bresadola V in J Gastrointest Surg
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