Application and ethical exploration of ChatGPT in medical clinical practice
- VernacularTitle:ChatGPT应用于医学临床实践及伦理探索
- Author:
Gaojian PAN
1
;
Guanzhi YE
2
;
Shaohan FANG
2
;
Xiaolei ZHU
2
;
Hongming LIU
2
;
Ning LI
2
;
Guojun GENG
2
;
Jie JIANG
2
Author Information
1. School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361003, Fujian, P. R. China
2. Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361003, Fujian, P. R. China
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
ChatGPT;
artificial intelligence;
clinical practice
- From:
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
2024;31(06):910-914
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Following the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technologies, especially the development of large language models like ChatGPT, the field of medical clinical practice is undergoing an unprecedented technological revolution. These advanced technologies, through efficient processing and analysis of large datasets, not only provide medical professionals with auxiliary diagnoses and treatment suggestions but also significantly enhance the quality and efficiency of medical education. This study conducts a comprehensive analysis and review of the applications of large language models in various aspects, including clinical inquiry, history collection, medical literature writing, clinical decision support, optimization of medical portal websites, patient health management, medical education, academic research, and scientific writing. However, the application of these technologies is not without flaws and presents several limitations and ethical challenges. This paper focuses on challenges related to technological errors, academic dishonesty, abuse risks, over-reliance, possibilities of misdiagnosis and treatment errors, and issues of accountability. In conclusion, large language models demonstrate tremendous potential in the integration and advancement of medical practices. Nevertheless, while fully harnessing the benefits brought by ChatGPT, it is essential to acknowledge and address these ethical challenges to ensure that the application of ChatGPT in the medical field is responsible and effective.
