Application of artificial intelligence technology in the field of orthopedics: a narrative review

Abstract Artificial intelligence (AI) was a new interdiscipline of computer technology, mathematic, cybernetics and determinism. These years, AI had obtained a significant development by the improvement of core technology Machine Learning and Deep Learning. With the assistance of AI, profound changes had been brought into the traditional orthopedics. In this paper, we narratively reviewed the latest applications of AI in orthopedic diseases, including the severity evaluation, triage, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation. The research point, relevant advantages and disadvantages of the orthopedic AI was also discussed combined with our own research experiences. We aimed to summarize the past achievements and appeal for more attentions and effective applications of AI in the field of orthopedics.