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Published on: July 11, 2025
Artificial intelligence in digital pathology: a roadmap to routine use in clinical practice
Richard Colling1, Helen Pitman2, Karin Oien3
1Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Oxford, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford UK.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to revolutionize histopathology through image analysis. A new roadmap guides the development of AI tools for clinical use, addressing workforce shortages and ensuring regulatory approval.
Area of Science:
- Digital pathology and computational analysis.
- Integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in medical diagnostics.
- Pathology informatics and regulatory science.
Background:
- The field of histopathology is undergoing a digital transformation, driven by advancements in image analysis and machine learning.
- Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to significantly impact clinical practice, particularly in diagnostic histopathology.
- A growing number of image analysis software tools are emerging, presenting both opportunities and challenges for clinical integration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline a roadmap for the development and clinical implementation of AI-driven software tools in histopathology.
- To foster collaboration between academia, industry, and clinicians in creating evidence-based AI solutions.
- To ensure that new AI tools meet regulatory approval for routine clinical use.
Main Methods:
- Development of a strategic roadmap by the NCRI Cellular Molecular Pathology (CM-Path) initiative and the British In Vitro Diagnostics Association (BIVDA).
- Focus on establishing a framework for the collaborative development of AI software tools.
- Emphasis on evidence-based development to meet regulatory standards.
Main Results:
- The roadmap provides a structured approach for advancing AI in histopathology.
- It addresses the need for a robust framework to guide the development of new diagnostic tools.
- The initiative aims to facilitate the transition of AI software from development to approved clinical application.
Conclusions:
- The integration of AI and image analysis in histopathology offers potential for novel clinical insights and addressing workforce challenges.
- A collaborative, evidence-based framework is crucial for the successful development and regulatory approval of AI tools.
- The outlined roadmap serves as a guide for stakeholders to navigate the complexities of implementing AI in diagnostic pathology.
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