Smart Operating Room in Digestive Surgery: A Narrative Review.

Area of Science:

• Digestive Surgery
• Surgical Technology
• Operating Room Innovation

Background:

• The operating room is undergoing significant transformation due to technological advancements.
• The integration of digital tools is considered the fourth surgical revolution.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent evidence on emerging technologies in digestive surgery.
• To analyze the benefits and drawbacks of these technologies for efficiency and patient outcomes.
• To forecast future trends in digestive surgical practice.

Main Methods:

• Narrative review of current literature.
• Analysis of technologies such as black boxes, control towers, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence.
• Examination of the impact on operating room architecture and digital integration.

Main Results:

• Technologies like black boxes and control towers streamline workflow and reduce errors.
• Augmented reality and artificial intelligence enhance surgeon capabilities.
• Transition towards integrated digital operating rooms improves efficiency and patient outcomes.

Conclusions:

• Emerging technologies are fundamentally reshaping digestive surgery.
• Careful consideration of benefits and drawbacks is crucial for successful implementation.
• The future of digestive surgery involves advanced digital integration for improved patient care.