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Gengxian Zhou1, Haihong E1, Zemin Kuang2

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Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine
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Summary
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This study introduces a novel clinical decision support system (CDSS) utilizing a hypertension medication knowledge graph (KG) to improve hypertension treatment. The system offers visualized and explainable medication recommendations, enhancing clinical decision-making.

Keywords:
Clinical decision support systemHypertension medicationKnowledge graphKnowledge representation

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Informatics
  • Artificial Intelligence in Medicine
  • Clinical Decision Support Systems

Background:

  • Hypertension management is challenged by high prevalence and complex medication knowledge.
  • Existing clinical decision support systems (CDSSs) use fixed templates, limiting knowledge reusability.
  • General medical knowledge graphs lack specificity for hypertension medication needs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a specialized knowledge graph (KG) for hypertension medication.
  • To create a CDSS integrated with the KG for enhanced hypertension treatment.
  • To improve knowledge management and decision support in hypertension care.

Main Methods:

  • Constructed a hypertension-specific KG based on Chinese hypertension guidelines.
  • Developed a CDSS incorporating advanced KG representation and modeling.
  • Combined traditional and KG representation for intuitive knowledge management.
  • Implemented a predefined reasoning path within the KG for medication recommendations.

Main Results:

  • The CDSS effectively manages medication knowledge and supports hypertension treatment decisions.
  • Knowledge representation and management are intuitive and convenient.
  • Medication recommendations are highly visualized and explainable due to the KG.
  • Experiments on 124 health records showed 91% recall, 83% hit@3, and 77% MRR with 90% guideline compliance.

Conclusions:

  • The developed CDSS and KG enhance hypertension medication management and decision support.
  • The system's design facilitates intuitive knowledge management and application.
  • The KG-driven approach provides visualized and explainable medication recommendations.
  • The system demonstrates high effectiveness and guideline compliance in clinical settings.