Implementation of artificial intelligence in thoracic imaging—a what, how, and why guide from the European Society of Thoracic Imaging (ESTI) - Takeaways - MDSpire

Implementation of artificial intelligence in thoracic imaging—a what, how, and why guide from the European Society of Thoracic Imaging (ESTI)

  • By

  • Fergus Gleeson

  • Marie-Pierre Revel

  • Jürgen Biederer

  • Anna Rita Larici

  • Katharina Martini

  • Thomas Frauenfelder

  • Nicholas Screaton

  • Helmut Prosch

  • Annemiek Snoeckx

  • Nicola Sverzellati

  • Benoit Ghaye

  • Anagha P. Parkar

  • February 2, 2023

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    Artificial intelligence (AI) mimics human brain functioning to perform complex tasks, with machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) as key subcategories.

  • 2

    AI shows promise in thoracic imaging, offering applications like automated lesion detection and improved diagnostic accuracy, though evidence for efficacy is still limited.

  • 3

    Despite the potential benefits of AI in radiology, acceptance remains low, particularly in lung nodule detection, where CAD tools enhance performance.

  • 4

    AI's integration into clinical workflows may lead to hybrid radiology reports combining human and AI-generated content, necessitating clear identification of AI contributions.

  • 5

    For AI to be widely adopted, it must demonstrate clinical utility and cost-effectiveness, improving workflow without adding financial burdens to healthcare.

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