Computer Vision News - March 2022

51 Computer Assisted Orthopaedic Surgery (CAOS) used to improve each phase of the surgical workflow , ” Guillaume explains. “ These changes will lead to better treatment for patients preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively . And we can better recognize the surgical operating theatre to detect potentially bad gestures to improve the overall surgery. ” With image and language running two parallel paths today, there has been talk of AI tools that can fuse audio and visual data. Is this something Guillaume can see happening? “ Yes, I think this is probably the next generation for surgery andmore specifically for orthopaedic surgery, ” he responds. “ Not only image and language, but there are a lot of other data which could be used to propose treatment better. ” CAOS takes place in Brest, France , from 8-11 June, and Guillaume is looking forward to seeing you there. “ We will be delighted to welcome you all! ” Several workshops and focus groups will be organized to discuss new and emerging technologies before the main program begins. The conference, held in English, will discuss the latest research and innovations, including knee arthroplasties, hip solutions , and more. There will be a technical exhibit for discussions with industry. Although the event is being held in person, it will make use of hybrid technologies to reach more people. The deadline for submitting papers closed last month. Awards will be presented for the best technical and clinical presentations and posters. Thefieldof computer-assistedorthopaedic surgery hasseenmany innovationsrecently, with the development and application of new technologies. As a result, CAOS has a major new focus this year: data . “ With so much new technology, we see different kinds of data which could be