Artificial intelligence: a promising tool for the clinical cardiologist.

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Medical Informatics

Background:

• Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a leading global cause of death, often due to late diagnosis and suboptimal treatment.
• The high prevalence of CVD strains healthcare systems, necessitating innovative solutions for patient care.
• Artificial intelligence (AI) presents a transformative technology with the potential to revolutionize clinical practice in cardiology.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the impact of AI on the management of cardiovascular diseases from a clinical practice perspective.
• To identify current challenges and opportunities associated with AI implementation in cardiology.
• To assess the potential of AI in promoting personalized medicine and improving healthcare efficiency for cardiovascular patients.

Main Methods:

• A systematic literature search was conducted on PubMed (MEDLINE) up to February 2025.
• MeSH terms used included "Artificial intelligence", "Cardiology", and "Cardiovascular".
• Original data from clinical trials, observational studies, and relevant reviews were analyzed.

Main Results:

• AI-based algorithms can assist clinicians by enabling personalized medicine, enhancing efficiency, and improving outcome prediction in cardiovascular care.
• While some AI solutions are currently available, many are expected to be ready for clinical use in the near future.
• Significant challenges, barriers, and ethical concerns need to be addressed for the effective integration of AI into routine cardiovascular practice.

Conclusions:

• AI holds significant potential to advance cardiovascular disease management, offering improved diagnostics, personalized treatments, and operational efficiencies.
• The translation of AI technologies into routine clinical practice requires time, addressing existing hurdles and ethical considerations.
• There is a critical need to enhance medical professionals' understanding of AI's capabilities, impact, and practical application in cardiology.