In the field of anaesthesia, Artificial Intelligence has become a game changing technology. It has the potential to impact the practice of anaesthesiology in various aspects include preoperative risk stratification, perioperative support, post operative monitoring, pain management, critical care observation and wireless intelligence tracking in ward. This article explores the current uses and prospective application of AI in anaesthesia.
It is the development of computer systems that are capable of performing tasks that normally require human intelligence, such as decision making, object detection, solving complex problems. In other words, it is the capability of computers to respond in a manner resembling human intelligence.
Aim of AI includes increased accuracy, decision making, solving complex problem and perform high level computations.
Stages of AI include.
AI have different methods include.
MACHINE LEARNING – process by which the computer analysis the collected data ,which develops model to predict outcomes without explicit programming.
DEEP LEARNING – utilizes a neural network for processing the data.
SIX THEMES OF APPLICATION INCLUDE
– Single input single output system [SISO] – Multiple input and multiple output system [MIMO]
The integration of AI in anesthesiology hold promises for several further advancement in using AI algorithm to analyse health records, identify potential drug interaction, optimizing perioperative pain management, robotic assisted intubation, self-checked monitors, idea of virtual anaesthesia to distant OT patients. In this modern era of voice assistance – SWITCH ON AND SWITCH OFF WILL BECOME A PART OF ANESTHESIA PRACTICE THROUGH AI IN NEAR FUTURE. In future anesthetist will command all gadgets and lights in OT by AI which will be connected with different AI systems.
Integrating artificial intelligence in anesthesiology serves significant benefits such as enhanced patient safety ,precise anesthesia management ,improved decision support ,early detection of complications ,personalized care plans and education. As AI advances, its impact on anesthesiology is set to transform the field, empowering healthcare professionals to provide safer and more efficient care.
Future of anesthesia is not MAN VS MACHINE but rather MAN WITH MACHINE.
Dr Velmurugan Deisingh Head Of The Department Of Anesthesiology Kauvery Hospital, Chennai
Dr S. Dhiveya First Year DNB Resident, Anesthesiology Kauvery Hospital, Chennai