Trends and advances in ChatGPT applications in ophthalmology

The use of ChatGPT (Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer), an advanced artificial intelligence chatbot, demonstrates significant potential in the field of ophthalmology, particularly in disease diagnosis and patient education. Developed by OpenAI as a state-of-the-art large language model (LLM), ChatGPT generates coherent and contextually relevant text in response to user queries. While traditional diagnosis and treatment approaches in ophthalmology often require considerable time and the expertise of highly trained professionals, the integration of ChatGPT can streamline and optimize diagnostic and treatment processes while enhancing patient awareness and engagement regarding their conditions. Despite its emerging promise in facilitating disease diagnosis, risk prevention, and management within the field, further research is essential to validate the safety and efficacy of ChatGPT. This detailed review evaluates recent advances in ChatGPT applications in ophthalmology, emphasizing its roles in assisted diagnosis, risk prevention, and patient education, while exploring the future prospects and potential challenges involved.