[Esophageal Surgery with Artificial Intelligence].

Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly enabling multifaceted support in robot-assisted esophagectomy, including automated recognition of surgical phases, identification of critical anatomical structures, and assessment of surgical skills. AI facilitates real-time visualization of surgical progress, reduces the risk of complications, and enhances surgical education. In particular, AI-based support for identifying the recurrent laryngeal nerve and alerting excessive traction serves as a powerful aid to surgeons, contributing to improved surgical quality and safety as a next-generation navigation tool.