Editorial: Integrating AI in forensic medicine: advancements and ethical considerations - Summary - MDSpire

Editorial: Integrating AI in forensic medicine: advancements and ethical considerations

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  • Gianpietro Volonnino

  • Michele Treglia

  • Raffaele La Russa

  • June 22, 2026

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Objective:

To analyze the potential benefits and inherent risks associated with the application of artificial intelligence in forensic medicine.

Approach:
    Key Findings:
    • AI can analyze gunshot wounds, determine shooting distance, and distinguish between entry and exit wounds.
    • Post-mortem CT is useful for determining the cause of death.
    • AI can estimate dental age with high precision in forensic odontology.
    • AI supports mental illness assessment in forensic psychiatry.
    • Chen et al. identified potential PMI biomarkers through metabolomics analysis.
    • Delogu et al.'s AI model effectively recognizes gunshot wound characteristics.
    • Wang et al.'s BIPON system improves diagnostic evidence interpretation.
    Interpretation:

    AI should be viewed as a decision-support tool, with final decisions remaining in human hands due to ethical and legal implications.

    Limitations:
    • AI models require a larger dataset for effective training and judicial application.
    • Integration of AI into forensic practice necessitates collaboration among various experts.
    Conclusion:

    AI technologies present opportunities for methodological advancements in forensic medicine, enhancing the analytical capabilities of forensic experts.

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