The impact of artificial intelligence on the current and future practice of clinical cancer genomics

Genet Res (Camb). 2019 Oct 31:101:e9. doi: 10.1017/S0016672319000089.

Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most significant fields of development in the current digital age. Rapid advancements have raised speculation as to its potential benefits in a wide range of fields, with healthcare often at the forefront. However, amidst this optimism, apprehension and opposition continue to strongly persist. Oft-cited concerns include the threat of unemployment, harm to the doctor-patient relationship and questions of safety and accuracy. In this article, we review both the current and future medical applications of AI within the sub-speciality of cancer genomics.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Artificial Intelligence / trends*
  • Delivery of Health Care / methods*
  • Delivery of Health Care / trends
  • Genomics
  • Humans
  • Neoplasms
  • Physician-Patient Relations