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Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Enhancing Health Care Quality and Ensuring Patient Safety: A Comprehensive Review of Diagnostic, Predictive, and Decision Support Technologies

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  • Yang Xu

  • Jeremy Veillard

  • Jude Dzevela Kong

  • September 21, 2026

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Clinical Report: Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Health Care

Background

Artificial intelligence has gained significant attention in modern medicine. The integration of AI technologies can address challenges such as diagnostic errors and cognitive biases in clinical decision-making. However, the gap between AI development and its practical application in clinical settings poses ongoing challenges.

Data Highlights

No specific numerical or trial data provided in the source material.

Key Findings

  • AI systems have shown strong performance in medical image interpretation and predicting patient deterioration.
  • Challenges in translating AI from development to clinical practice include validation methods and integration into workflows.
  • Many AI algorithms report accuracy comparable to human experts but lack prospective validation.
  • Economic assessments of AI often overestimate benefits by excluding implementation costs.
  • Equity concerns regarding AI's impact on diverse patient populations remain largely unaddressed.

Clinical Implications

Healthcare professionals should be aware of the limitations of AI technologies in clinical settings, particularly regarding validation and implementation.

Conclusion

Significant barriers must be addressed to realize AI's potential in clinical practice.

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