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ChatGPT in Urology: Bridging Knowledge and Practice for Tomorrow's Healthcare, A Comprehensive Review - Beyond the Abstract

Introduction: The integration of ChatGPT, a highly advanced AI language model, into urology is poised to revolutionize education, clinical practice, and research. This comprehensive review delves into the multifaceted applications of ChatGPT in urology, assessing both its benefits and potential drawbacks.

Methodology: A systematic review was conducted using databases such as PubMed and Embase, focusing on the implementation of ChatGPT in urology. The review included a total of 78 studies, with criteria aimed at understanding the AI's impact on educational and clinical practices within the field.

Educational Benefits: ChatGPT has demonstrated substantial benefits in urology education. Studies by Okui et al. and Kianian et al. highlighted its role in enhancing data analysis and facilitating the learning process. ChatGPT's ability to generate clinical vignettes and provide customized cases for students shows promise in improving educational outcomes and communication skills.

Clinical Practice Applications: In clinical practice, ChatGPT supports healthcare professionals by offering precise information and assisting in decision-making processes. Coskun et al. and Kim et al. noted its effectiveness in providing guidelines-consistent information and aiding patient education. However, the tool's potential for misinformation necessitates cautious implementation with human oversight to ensure accuracy.

Ethical and Legal Concerns: The review also emphasizes significant ethical and legal concerns. Caglar et al. and Szczesniewski et al. raised issues regarding data privacy and the risk of AI-generated misinformation. Schuppe et al. highlighted the challenges of verifying AI-generated content, such as references and citations. Ensuring the ethical deployment of ChatGPT involves safeguarding patient privacy and consistently validating the accuracy of provided information.

Conclusion: The review underscores ChatGPT's transformative potential in urology, offering substantial benefits in education and clinical practice. However, it also calls for a balanced approach to its integration, emphasizing the need for rigorous validation and ethical considerations to prevent the spread of misinformation. The findings advocate for the responsible use of AI in urology, ensuring that advancements align with the highest standards of patient care and safety.

Written by: Catalina Solano,1 Nick Tarazona,2 Gabriela Prieto Angarita,3 Andrea Ascencio Medina,4 Saralia Ruiz,5 Valentina Melo Pedroza,6 Olivier Traxer7,8

  1. Department of Endourology, Uroclin SAS Medellin, Colombia, Medellin, Colombia.
  2. GRC n°20, Groupe de Recherche Clinique sur la Lithiase Urinaire, Hôpital Tenon, Sorbonne Université, Paris, France, Urology, Tenon Hospital, Paris, France
  3. Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Bogota, Colombia
  4. Industrial University of Santander, Bucaramanga, Colombia
  5. El Bosque University, Bogota, Colombia
  6. Rosario University, Bogota, Cundinamarca, Colombia
  7. Universidad de La Sabana, Chia, Colombia
  8. Hospital Tenon, Urology, Paris, France

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