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Students' perceptions towards the ethical considerations of using artificial intelligence algorithms in clinical
Galvin Sim Siang Lin1, Wen Wu Tan2, Hasnah Hashim2
1Department of Restorative Dentistry, Kulliyyah of Dentistry, International Islamic University Malaysia, 25200, Pahang, Malaysia. galvin@iium.edu.my.
British Dental Journal
|March 16, 2024
Summary
Dental students generally have positive perceptions of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical decision-making. Further ethical considerations are essential for patient-centred care when integrating AI in dentistry.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Medical Ethics
- Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
Background:
- The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into clinical decision-making presents novel ethical challenges.
- Understanding dental students' perspectives on these ethical considerations is crucial for future dental practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore undergraduate clinical dental students' perceptions of ethical considerations related to AI in clinical decision-making.
- To assess differences in perceptions based on academic year and sex.
Main Methods:
- A validated online questionnaire with 21 closed-ended, five-point Likert scale questions was administered.
- Data from 165 clinical-year dental students were analyzed using one-way ANOVA and independent t-tests.
Main Results:
- Overall positive perceptions regarding AI ethical considerations were reported across all domains.
- Perceptions were largely uniform across academic years and sexes.
- Female students showed stronger agreement on prioritizing patient consent and privacy.
Conclusions:
- Undergraduate clinical dental students exhibit positive attitudes towards AI in clinical decision-making.
- Addressing ethical considerations is vital to ensure AI enhances patient outcomes while maintaining ethical principles and patient-centered care.
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