Enhancing Operating Room Surgical Efficiency Through Artificial Intelligence: A Comprehensive Review

Operating rooms are critical in delivering healthcare services, yet they often face efficiency and resource management challenges. In recent years, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) technologies has shown great potential in optimizing operating room operations. This review article provides a comprehensive analysis of AI's latest advancements and applications in enhancing operating room efficiency in forecasting the duration of surgical cases, maximizing the allocation of resources in the post-anesthesia care unit, and identifying instances of surgical case cancellations. Various AI-enabled solutions such as predictive analytics, robotic surgery, and intelligent scheduling systems are discussed, as well as augmented reality, highlighting their impact on improving patient outcomes, reducing costs, and saving valuable time for healthcare professionals. Furthermore, challenges and future directions in AI-driven operating room management are also explored to provide insights for further research and implementation.