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[Artificial intelligence empowers functional preservation and safety guarantee in laparoscopic colorectal surgery]
1Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing 100730, China.
Summary
Artificial intelligence (AI) aids colorectal surgery by identifying nerves and organs, but precise blood vessel navigation remains a challenge. Future AI development should focus on real-time calibration for enhanced surgical safety and functional preservation.
Area of Science:
- Colorectal Surgery
- Medical Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Context:
- Transabdominal and transanal endoscopic approaches are standard in colorectal surgery.
- Improved colorectal cancer survival rates shift focus to postoperative quality of life and functional preservation.
- Pelvic autonomic nerve preservation is critical for functional outcomes.
Purpose:
- To explore the current applications and limitations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in colorectal surgery.
- To identify challenges in AI-driven intraoperative navigation and protection of vital structures.
- To outline future directions for AI development in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
Summary:
- AI is being explored in colorectal surgery, primarily for identifying and protecting nerves and organs.
- Current AI applications are mostly preclinical, with significant challenges in real-time navigation and protection of deformable blood vessels.
- Overcoming issues like non-rigid registration and real-time calibration is crucial for clinical AI implementation.
Impact:
- Enhancing functional preservation and surgical safety in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
- Addressing the need for precise real-time navigation and protection of blood vessels.
- Accelerating the clinical application of AI in improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
