MUMBAI, India, March 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641024491 A) filed by Mr Suresh Kumar Gundala; and Dr P Munaswamy, Katy, U.S.A., on March 2, for 'ai-powered robotic surgical assistant for real-time error prevention and clinical decision support.'
Inventor(s) include Mr Suresh Kumar Gundala; and P Munaswamy.
The application for the patent was published on March 13, under issue no. 11/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "ABSTRACT [1] Our invention, "AI-POWERED ROBOTIC SURGICAL ASSISTANT FOR REAL-TIME ERROR PREVENTION AND CLINICAL DECISION SUPPORT", relates to AI Surgical Assistant Surgical errors are a serious patient safety issue in India, contributing to a large share of harm and fatalities within the healthcare system. Unsafe surgical care - including mistakes in operating procedures, poor coordination among teams, and lapses in sterilization - can lead to infections, complications, and even death. Studies suggest that India records millions of adverse medical events annually, with surgical errors accounting for a high proportion of deaths linked to medical malpractice. Research studies indicate surgical mortality in specific hospital settings ranges from about 1.5 % to 6 % or more, varying widely by procedure type, patient condition, and hospital resources. Some research suggests mortality rates for major surgery can be near 10 % in certain contexts due to resource and safety challenges. One effective solution to reduce surgical errors is the use of advanced technology that supports surgeons in performing procedures with greater accuracy and consistency. A Robotic AI Surgical Assistant offers a transformative approach by combining robotics with customized artificial intelligence and large language models. This system continuously captures live surgical procedures through high-resolution imaging and sensor data. It analyzes each step in real time by comparing it with established surgical protocols and best-practice workflows. When a deviation or potential risk is detected, the system immediately alerts the surgical team. By acting as an intelligent second observer, the robotic assistant enhances situational awareness without interfering with the surgeon's autonomy. This real-time guidance helps minimize human error caused by fatigue, distraction, or miscommunication. As a result, surgical precision and procedural safety are significantly improved. In addition to monitoring, the Robotic AI Surgical Assistant provides continuous live audio feedback to surgeons, enabling faster and more informed decision-making during critical moments. The system processes ongoing surgical data and delivers contextual insights instantly, allowing doctors to respond proactively to emerging risks. This real-time analytical support strengthens coordination among surgical team members and reduces response time to complications. By offering consistent, evidence-based guidance throughout the procedure, the robot helps standardize surgical performance across different settings. The continuous stream of inputs enables surgeons to adapt quickly while maintaining procedural accuracy. Over time, this technology contributes to a measurable reduction in preventable surgical errors. Ultimately, the integration of live AI-driven robotic assistance plays a crucial role in improving patient safety, enhancing surgical outcomes, and saving lives during complex surgical procedures."
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