AI-powered tools have been widely used in various aspects of healthcare, including medical imaging. However, a recent study highlights the importance of considering the perspectives of children and young people in the design and development of AI tools for medical imaging. The study, titled 'How I would like AI used for my imaging': children and young persons’ perspectives, involved an online survey of 170 children and young people. The findings revealed that children and young people expressed a desire to know the accuracy of AI tools being used and believed that accuracy was more important than speed. They also emphasized the importance of human oversight when using AI in medical imaging. Some participants even believed that AI would be more accurate than humans in detecting problems on bone X-rays [25a8d08f].
The study also highlighted key themes regarding information on AI performance and governance. Participants expressed the need for assurances of safety, accuracy, and clear accountability in case of AI failures. These perspectives should be taken into account before implementing AI in pediatric healthcare. Interestingly, the study found that the views of children and young people were largely similar to those of adults, although adults on average placed a stronger emphasis on receiving scan results as quickly as possible [25a8d08f].
The integration of AI in medical imaging has the potential to revolutionize healthcare. However, it is crucial to consider the perspectives of all stakeholders, including children and young people, to ensure that AI tools are developed and used responsibly. By incorporating the views and concerns of pediatric patients, healthcare professionals can enhance the safety, accuracy, and effectiveness of AI-powered medical imaging [25a8d08f].