Overview
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- [ChatGPT’s Self-Diagnostic Capability: This paper evaluates the accuracy and precision of ChatGPT as a self-diagnostic tool for common orthopedic diseases, as well as its level of recommendation for seeking medical consultation.]
- Research Methods: Over five days, typical symptoms of five orthopedic diseases were submitted to ChatGPT, and its responses were categorized and evaluated. The paper also analyzed the accuracy and repeatability of ChatGPT’s answers, as well as the strength of its recommendations for seeking medical consultation.
- Research Results: The study found inconsistent performance of ChatGPT in self-diagnosis, with the lowest correct response rate for cervical myelopathy, possibly due to its multifocal symptoms. It also found that ChatGPT used varying tones when recommending medical consultation, with some answers lacking explicit advice to see a doctor.
- Research Conclusion: The paper concludes that ChatGPT, in its current form, is not suitable as a self-diagnostic tool due to risks of misdiagnosis and potential harm. It recommends that when using ChatGPT for self-diagnosis, more specific symptoms and data should be provided to improve accuracy, and patients should be clearly informed to seek professional medical advice.
What is a self-diagnostic tool?
A self-diagnostic tool is an online resource that helps users identify and assess their symptoms, providing possible diagnoses and treatment suggestions. These tools are usually developed by doctors or medical professionals and use computer algorithms and artificial intelligence technology to analyze symptom information given by users. Such tools assist users in better understanding their health status and preparing for medical consultations. Common self-diagnostic tools include Symptomate and WebMD. Please note, these tools cannot replace professional medical advice; if you have any health concerns, please consult your doctor or other healthcare professionals.
If you want to learn more about self-diagnostic tools, you can visit the Patient website².
Original Link
https://www.jmir.org/2023/1/e47621/