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Haojie Chen1,2
1Department of Orthopaedics, The First People's Hospital of Xiaoshan District, No. 199, Shixin South Road, Chengxiang Street, Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou, China. chjgod@foxmail.com.
Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
|October 14, 2023
Summary
Artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) enhance traditional arthroscopy, improving precision and personalization in orthopaedic surgery. This integration offers a brighter future for sports medicine despite current limitations.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic surgery
- Medical technology
- Digital health
Background:
- Traditional arthroscopy is minimally invasive and safe but lacks precision and personalization.
- Rapid advancements in AI and AR offer new digital solutions for clinical operations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the integration of AI and AR in orthopaedic arthroscopy.
- To highlight the potential of these technologies to overcome limitations of traditional methods.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on AI and AR applications in orthopaedic surgery.
- Analysis of the benefits and challenges of integrating AI and AR into arthroscopic procedures.
Main Results:
- AI and AR enable precise navigation and patient-specific operations in arthroscopic surgery.
- These technologies address the precision and personalization deficiencies of traditional arthroscopy.
Conclusions:
- The combination of AI and AR with orthopaedic arthroscopy is promising for advancing sports medicine.
- While still in its early stages, this integration has significant potential for future clinical applications.
