The scoping review identified 129 studies on intraoperative artificial intelligence (AI) applications in robotic surgery. The majority of these applications (75%) provided robot assistance, while a smaller percentage (23%) enabled task autonomy. Only a few studies (2%) achieved conditional autonomy. All studies were in early stages of development, with no clinical investigations on humans. The […]
Category: Digital Surgery and Telemedicine
Augmented Reality Combined with Fluorescence Imaging Enhances Laparoscopic Segmentectomy for Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Augmented reality combined with indocyanine green fluorescence imaging guided laparoscopic segmentectomy for hepatocellular carcinoma significantly reduces intraoperative blood loss, decreases remnant liver ischemia, and improves disease-free survival rates at 1 and 3 years. This technology provides a standardized approach for liver parenchyma section and shows promising clinical application prospects. Journal Article by Wang D, Hu […]
AI Text-to-Image Generators Reinforce Bias: Underrepresentation of Diversity in Surgeon Depictions
Examining three popular AI text-to-image generators, the study assessed the demographic accuracy of surgeon representations. It found these models overwhelmingly portrayed surgeons as white and male, reinforcing societal biases. Trainees, especially non-white and female, were underrepresented. While one model reflected attending surgeons accurately, all underestimated trainee diversity. The study emphasizes the need for safeguards and […]
Augmented Reality Improves Outcomes in Laparoscopic Segmentectomy for Hepatocellular Carcinoma
In a retrospective analysis of 98 hepatocellular carcinoma patients undergoing laparoscopic segmentectomy, augmented reality navigation (ARN) combined with fluorescence imaging (FI) significantly reduced intraoperative blood loss and remnant liver ischemia compared to non-ARN-FI cases. The ARN-FI group exhibited higher 1-year and 3-year disease-free survival rates, indicating improved oncological prognosis. The study concludes that ARN-FI enhances […]
Unlocking Telenursing Potential: Scoping Review Protocol for Oncological Perioperative Care
Investigating the implementation of telenursing in surgical oncology, researchers unveil a scoping review protocol. Adhering to Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines, the study explores global evidence through databases and grey literature. Two independent reviewers, aided by Rayyan software, will extract data on program details, challenges, and potentials. Ethical approval is unnecessary, ensuring dissemination of results in […]
Melding Ancient Wisdom with Modern Medicine: Navigating Uncertainty in Transplants
To advance solid organ transplantation, the integration of personalized medicine is paramount. Beyond enhanced risk assessment and diagnostics, there’s a pressing need for targeted therapies and predictive markers. The study advocates a paradigm shift, urging clinicians to embrace uncertainty and probabilistic reasoning. Crucially, effective communication about inherent uncertainties is vital for both healthcare professionals and […]
Navigating Robotic Surgery Skill Assessment: A Systematic Review
In the ever-evolving realm of robotic surgery, researchers conducted a systematic review to pinpoint reliable tools for assessing surgeons’ technical skills. Among 247 studies, global rating scales and the da Vinci Skills Simulator took the lead. However, scrutiny revealed a lack of robust validation for both manual and automated assessment tools. The verdict: before entering […]
Predicting Pancreatic Complications: Machine Learning Triumphs Over Traditional Models.
Researchers crafted an innovative machine learning (ML) model for forecasting clinically relevant postoperative pancreatic fistula (CR-POPF) after pancreaticoduodenectomy. The ML model consistently outshone the existing modified fistula risk score (MFRS) in both internal and external validations, proving its versatility and efficacy in enhancing CR-POPF prediction. This breakthrough offers a more accurate risk stratification tool, potentially […]
Innovative AI Support in Surgery for Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: Early Clinical Trial Shows Promise.
Surgeons embrace real-time artificial intelligence (AI) assistance for laparoscopic cholecystectomy, overcoming technical and cultural hurdles. The study proves the feasibility of deploying multiple AI models concurrently in operating rooms, offering live assistance during procedures. The research delves into diverse clinical applications, involving a collaborative effort with key stakeholders across disciplines. This marks a significant stride […]
Robotic Surgery Revolution: 3D Drawing Annotations Enhance Telementoring
In a groundbreaking study, researchers explored the effectiveness of telementoring in robotic surgery with 3D drawing annotations. Conducted 140 km apart, the study used the Saroa™ surgical robot, evaluating 20 medical students. The 3D annotation group demonstrated potential for shorter working time, fewer retries, and needle drops compared to the control. Notably, they outperformed in […]