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ArticleAcademic pathology

Pathology in the artificial intelligence era: Guiding innovation and implementation to preserve human insight.

Harry Gaffney, Kamran M Mirza

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Article in Academic pathology. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 20 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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2 · The registry

The trial behind it

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

20 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

2 authors.

Harry GaffneyConcord Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Kamran M MirzaThe Godfrey D. Stobbe Professor of Pathology Education, Assistant Chair for Education and Director of the Division of Training, Programs and Communication, University of Michigan (Michigan Medicine) Department of Pathology, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The integration of artificial intelligence in pathology has ignited discussions about the role of technology in diagnostics-whether artificial intelligence serves as a tool for augmentation or risks replacing human expertise. This manuscript explores artificial intelligence's evolving contributions to pathology, emphasizing its potential capacity to enhance, rather than eclipse, the pathologist's role. Through historical comparisons, such as the transition from analog to digital in radiology, this paper highlights how technological advancements have historically expanded professional capabilities without diminishing the essential human element. Current applications of artificial intelligence in pathology-from diagnostic standardization to workflow efficiency-demonstrate its potential to augment diagnostic accuracy, expedite processes, and improve consistency across institutions. However, challenges remain in algorithmic bias, regulatory oversight, and maintaining interpretive skills among pathologists. The discussion underscores the importance of comprehensive governance frameworks, evolving educational curricula, and public engagement initiatives to ensure artificial intelligence in pathology remains a collaborative endeavor that empowers professionals, upholds ethical standards, and enhances patient outcomes. This manuscript ultimately advocates for a balanced approach where artificial intelligence and human expertise work in concert to advance the future of diagnostic medicine.

Indexed as

AI-Assisted diagnosticsAlgorithmic transparencyArtificial intelligenceDiagnostic accuracyDiagnostic augmentationEducational frameworksGovernancePathologyPublic engagementWorkflow optimization

Identifiers

PMID40104157
PMCPMC11919318

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