Patient safety and artificial intelligence in clinical care (23 February 2024)

Summary

Artificial intelligence (AI), the next health technology disruptor, is upon us and could greatly improve patient safety. Examples include detection and prediction of sepsis, pressure ulcers, postpartum haemorrhage, adverse drug events and patient decompensation, to name a few. However, if it is not designed, developed, implemented and used appropriately, AI in clinical settings may contribute to patient harm. This JAMA Health Forum viewpoint article looks at how potential harm caused by AI can be mitigated in healthcare, including through the introduction of implementation guidelines, monitoring systems and traceability.