Perceptions on artificial intelligence-based decision-making for coexisting multiple long-term health conditions: protocol for a qualitative study with patients and healthcare professionals.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Coexisting multiple health conditions is common among older people, a population that is increasing globally. The potential for polypharmacy, adverse events, drug interactions and development of additional health conditions complicates prescribing decisions for these patients. Artificial intelligence (AI)-generated decision-making tools may help guide clinical decisions in the context of multiple health conditions, by determining which of the multiple medication options is best. This study aims to explore the perceptions of healthcare professionals (HCPs) and patients on the use of AI in the management of multiple health conditions.

Methods and analysis

A qualitative study will be conducted using semistructured interviews. Adults (≥18 years) with multiple health

SUBMITTER: Gunathilaka NJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10836375 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature