ChatGPT in orthopedics: a narrative review exploring the potential of artificial intelligence in orthopedic practice.

Journal: Frontiers in surgery
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Abstract

The field of orthopedics faces complex challenges requiring quick and intricate decisions, with patient education and compliance playing crucial roles in treatment outcomes. Technological advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) can potentially enhance orthopedic care. ChatGPT, a natural language processing technology developed by OpenAI, has shown promise in various sectors, including healthcare. ChatGPT can facilitate patient information exchange in orthopedics, provide clinical decision support, and improve patient communication and education. It can assist in differential diagnosis, suggest appropriate imaging modalities, and optimize treatment plans based on evidence-based guidelines. However, ChatGPT has limitations, such as insufficient expertise in specialized domains and a lack of contextual understanding. The application of ChatGPT in orthopedics is still evolving, with studies exploring its potential in clinical decision-making, patient education, workflow optimization, and scientific literature. The results indicate both the benefits and limitations of ChatGPT, emphasizing the need for caution, ethical considerations, and human oversight. Addressing training data quality, biases, data privacy, and accountability challenges is crucial for responsible implementation. While ChatGPT has the potential to transform orthopedic healthcare, further research and development are necessary to ensure its reliability, accuracy, and ethical use in patient care.

Authors

  • Riccardo Giorgino
    IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy.
  • Mario Alessandri-Bonetti
    Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, United States.
  • Andrea Luca
    IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy.
  • Filippo Migliorini
    Department of Orthopaedic, Trauma, and Reconstructive Surgery, RWTH University Medical Centre, Aachen, Germany.
  • Nicolò Rossi
    IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy.
  • Giuseppe M Peretti
    IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy.
  • Laura Mangiavini
    IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy.

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