Artificial intelligence in robot-assisted radical prostatectomy: where do we stand today?

The development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most revolutionary changes in modern history. The combination of AI and Robotic surgery can be used positively for better patient outcomes.

We aimed to conduct a review of AI and its role in robotic radical prostatectomy in modern day surgical practice. We conducted a literature review on this topic with specific discussion about whether the surgeon can be replaced by robots with AI capabilities based on latest studies available in the literature. We have presented a comprehensive overview of AI in robotic surgery.

We conclude that AI capabilities are to assist the surgeon and the team to improve patient outcomes. Robots cannot replace the surgeon in the near future. Robots with AI capabilities can be only used as an adjuvant to complement the surgical team and not replace them.