The State of Artificial Intelligence and its Prospects in Pakistan's Medical Sector
Dear Editor, Artificial intelligence (AI) has come a long way in the medical field worldwide, but its practical use is still considered unattainable in underdeveloped nations like Pakistan [1, 2]. In the context of Pakistan, this letter gives a broad overview of the present and possible future...
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| Language: | English |
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Liaquat National Hospital and Medical College
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Liaquat National Journal of Primary Care |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.lnh.edu.pk/lnjpc/pdf/db74628b-5bdb-4c32-b37e-05bbbc403166.pdf |
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| Summary: | Dear Editor,
Artificial intelligence (AI) has come a long way in the
medical field worldwide, but its practical use is still
considered unattainable in underdeveloped nations like
Pakistan [1, 2]. In the context of Pakistan, this letter
gives a broad overview of the present and possible
future advances of AI applications in healthcare. This
letter demonstrates the various ways AI is changing
Pakistan’s healthcare system, from diagnostic imaging
to illness treatment and prognosis [3].
Pakistan’s healthcare system has many obstacles, such
as a sizable population, little resources, and regional
differences. The goal of integrating AI technologies
into medical procedures is to improve accessibility,
accuracy, and efficiency in order to tackle these issues
[4]. In Pakistan, AI has significantly improved diagnostic
imaging. AI algorithms are used by radiologists and other
healthcare professionals to interpret medical pictures,
resulting in more accurate and timely diagnosis. One
possible result of AI integration is the early detection of
diseases, especially in rural locations where access to
expert medical care is limited. Predictive analytics using
machine learning algorithms has become more popular
in Pakistani healthcare. AI helps predict the possibility
of diseases by evaluating patient data, which enables
focused preventive actions and individualized healthcare
interventions. AI systems and academics working
together have sped up the drug discovery process. The
use of AI in pharmaceutical research in Pakistan has
the potential to address common health issues in the
country by leading to the creation of novel drugs and
therapies. Harnessing artificial intelligence for diagnostic
imaging, medical consultations, remote monitoring via
telemedicine, and disease recording by trained health
professionals offers significant promise for development
in Pakistan. However, enabling the general public to
self-diagnose illnesses and prescribe medications using
AI poses considerable risks.
Telemedicine is a vital component of healthcare delivery in
Pakistan because of the country’s diversified topography
and inadequate healthcare infrastructure. AI-powered
telemedicine technologies make it easier for people
in underserved areas to receive healthcare services
by enabling remote consultations and monitoring. The
rising integration of AI in Pakistani medicine necessitates
the evolution of regulatory frameworks to guarantee
patient safety, data privacy, and ethical application of AI
technologies. At the time of last check, precise guidelines
concerning AI application in Pakistan’s healthcare sector
may not have been thoroughly outlined or broadly
circulated. Nevertheless, within the scope of the Digitalize
Pakistan initiative, the draft national Artificial Intelligence
policy seeks to enhance public understanding of AI
and establish a regulatory framework and ethical
standards. It’s worth noting that these efforts are not
exclusively tailored to healthcare. It is the responsibility
of policymakers to create rules that strike a balance
between innovation and morality. Even though AI has a
lot of potential to enhance Pakistani healthcare, there
are still issues that need to be resolved, including data
protection, infrastructural constraints, and the shortage
of qualified personnel. Overcoming these obstacles
may be facilitated by cooperative efforts between
governmental organizations, medical facilities, and IT
companies. Future developments in artificial intelligence
(AI) in Pakistan’s medical industry seem promising
[5]. The widespread adoption of AI technology can be
facilitated by ongoing research, raising awareness, and
forming strategic alliances, which will ultimately improve
healthcare results nationwide.
The introduction of AI into Pakistani healthcare marks
a revolutionary turn toward more effective, easily
accessible, and individualized treatment. Bottom line,
healthcare providers utilize AI for administrative tasks,
data analysis aiding clinical decisions, drug discovery,
and virtual assistants for patient engagement, and
education, enhancing efficiency and patient care. To fully
utilize these technologies for the benefit of Pakistan’s
people, continued research and cooperative efforts will
be essential as the nation negotiates the difficulties
related to the application of AI. |
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| ISSN: | 2707-3521 2708-9134 |