JBJS Open Access (Sep 2024)

The Use of Artificial Intelligence for Orthopedic Surgical Backlogs Such as the One Following the COVID-19 Pandemic

  • Adam P. Henderson, BS,
  • Paul R. Van Schuyver, MD,
  • Kostas J. Economopoulos, MD,
  • Joshua S. Bingham, MD,
  • Anikar Chhabra, MD

DOI
https://doi.org/10.2106/JBJS.OA.24.00100
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 9, no. 3

Abstract

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Abstract. ➤ The COVID-19 pandemic created a persistent surgical backlog in elective orthopedic surgeries. ➤ Artificial intelligence (AI) uses computer algorithms to solve problems and has potential as a powerful tool in health care. ➤ AI can help improve current and future orthopedic backlogs through enhancing surgical schedules, optimizing preoperative planning, and predicting postsurgical outcomes. ➤ AI may help manage existing waitlists and increase efficiency in orthopedic workflows.