Patient Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence–Supported Shared Decision-Making in UK Primary Care for Multiple Long-Term Conditions: Qualitative Study - Scorecard - MDSpire

Patient Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence–Supported Shared Decision-Making in UK Primary Care for Multiple Long-Term Conditions: Qualitative Study

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  • Charlotte Spurway

  • Sarah Flanagan

  • Jenny Cooper

  • Francesca L Crowe

  • Shamil Haroon

  • Tom Marshall

  • Leah Fitzsimmons

  • Eleanor Hathaway

  • Krishnarajah Nirantharakumar

  • Thomas Jackson

  • Sheila Greenfield

  • Louise Jackson

  • July 3, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Exploring Patient Views on AI-Enhanced Shared Decision-Making in UK Primary Care for Multiple Chronic Conditions: A Qualitative Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionMultiple Long-Term Conditions (MLTCs)
Key MechanismsShared decision-making (SDM) supported by artificial intelligence (AI) for personalized care.
Target PopulationPatients with multiple chronic conditions in UK primary care.
Care SettingPrimary care consultations.

Key Highlights

  • MLTCs are defined as the coexistence of 2 or more chronic conditions.
  • SDM is a collaborative approach that incorporates patient preferences and evidence.
  • AI can enhance SDM by providing personalized information and decision aids.
  • Challenges in SDM include patient readiness, power dynamics, and organizational support.
  • Concerns exist regarding medicolegal vulnerability in SDM practices.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Recognize the complexity of MLTCs and the need for tailored diagnostic approaches.

Management

  • Implement shared decision-making strategies in managing MLTCs.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Utilize AI tools for ongoing assessment of treatment efficacy and patient engagement.

Risks

  • Be aware of the risks associated with polypharmacy and inappropriate prescribing.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Patients with multiple chronic conditions experiencing polypharmacy.

AI can optimize treatment choices by analyzing patient data to minimize risks.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Enhance clinical communication skills to facilitate effective SDM.
  • Incorporate AI tools to support medication decisions and patient engagement.

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