Publication Name	World Journal of Clinical Cases
Manuscript ID	120192
Country	India

Category	Orthopedics
Manuscript Type	Review
Article Title	Artificial intelligence in orthopaedics: Clinical decision support, medical imaging, surgical planning, and outcome prediction
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Anirudh Dwajan, Deepak Patro, Amber Agarwal and Mary Lalhmingmawii
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Corresponding Author	Anirudh Dwajan, MD, Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences-Bilaspur, Kothipura, Bilaspur 174001, Himāchal Pradesh, India. anirudhdwajan@gmail.com
Key Words	Artificial intelligence; Orthopaedics; Machine learning; Deep learning; Clinical decision support systems; Medical imaging; Surgical planning; Predictive analytics; Precision medicine; Musculoskeletal disorders
Core Tip	Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing orthopaedic care by improving diagnostic accuracy, surgical planning, risk prediction, and personalised rehabilitation through integration of imaging, clinical, and biomechanical data. Emerging technologies such as decision support systems, robotics, and predictive modelling are enhancing precision and efficiency across subspecialties. Despite promising clinical performance, challenges including dataset bias, limited external validation, regulatory uncertainty, and data privacy concerns must be addressed. Artificial intelligence is best viewed as a clinical adjunct that augments surgeon judgement and supports the transition toward data-driven, precision musculoskeletal medicine.
Citation	Dwajan A, Patro D, Agarwal A, Lalhmingmawii M. Artificial intelligence in orthopaedics: Clinical decision support, medical imaging, surgical planning, and outcome prediction. World J Clin Cases 2026; In press

Received	2026-02-24 07:13
Peer-Review Started	2026-02-24 07:13
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-02-27 08:50
Return for Revision	2026-02-27 08:50
Revised	2026-03-06 10:15
Publication Fee Transferred
Second Decision by Editor	2026-04-02 02:34
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-04-02 05:57
Articles in Press	2026-04-02 05:57
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