Position statement of the EADV Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force on AI-assisted smartphone apps and web-based services for skin disease

dc.contributor.authorSangers, Tobias E.
dc.contributor.authorKittler, Harald
dc.contributor.authorBlum, Andreas
dc.contributor.authorBraun, Ralph P.
dc.contributor.authorBarata, Catarina
dc.contributor.authorCartocci, Alessandra
dc.contributor.authorCombalia, Marc
dc.contributor.authorEsdaile, Ben
dc.contributor.authorGuitera, Pascale
dc.contributor.authorHaenssle, Holger A.
dc.contributor.authorKvorning, Niels
dc.contributor.authorLallas, Aimilios
dc.contributor.authorNavarrete-Dechent, Cristian
dc.contributor.authorNavarini, Alexander A.
dc.contributor.authorPodlipnik, Sebastian
dc.contributor.authorRotemberg, Veronica
dc.contributor.authorSoyer, H. Peter
dc.contributor.authorTognetti, Linda
dc.contributor.authorTschandl, Philipp
dc.contributor.authorMalvehy, Josep
dc.date.accessioned2025-01-20T17:11:39Z
dc.date.available2025-01-20T17:11:39Z
dc.date.issued2024
dc.description.abstractBackground: As the use of smartphones continues to surge globally, mobile applications (apps) have become a powerful tool for healthcare engagement. Prominent among these are dermatology apps powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), which provide immediate diagnostic guidance and educational resources for skin diseases, including skin cancer.Objective: This article, authored by the EADV AI Task Force, seeks to offer insights and recommendations for the present and future deployment of AI-assisted smartphone applications (apps) and web-based services for skin diseases with emphasis on skin cancer detection.Methods: An initial position statement was drafted on a comprehensive literature review, which was subsequently refined through two rounds of digital discussions and meticulous feedback by the EADV AI Task Force, ensuring its accuracy, clarity and relevance.Results: Eight key considerations were identified, including risks associated with inaccuracy and improper user education, a decline in professional skills, the influence of non-medical commercial interests, data security, direct and indirect costs, regulatory approval and the necessity of multidisciplinary implementation. Following these considerations, three main recommendations were formulated: (1) to ensure user trust, app developers should prioritize transparency in data quality, accuracy, intended use, privacy and costs; (2) Apps and web-based services should ensure a uniform user experience for diverse groups of patients; (3) European authorities should adopt a rigorous and consistent regulatory framework for dermatology apps to ensure their safety and accuracy for users.Conclusions: The utilisation of AI-assisted smartphone apps and web-based services in diagnosing and treating skin diseases has the potential to greatly benefit patients in their dermatology journeys. By prioritising innovation, fostering collaboration and implementing effective regulations, we can ensure the successful integration of these apps into clinical practice.
dc.description.funderWe acknowledge the remaining members of the EADV AI Task Force Veronique Bataille, Brigid Betz-Stablein, Titus Brinker, Konstantinos Liopyris, Caterina Longo, Giovanni Pellacani, Lidia Rudnicka, Marta Sar-Pomian, Wilhelm Stolz and Alexander Zink for their
dc.fuente.origenWOS
dc.identifier.doi10.1111/jdv.19521
dc.identifier.eissn1468-3083
dc.identifier.issn0926-9959
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.1111/jdv.19521
dc.identifier.urihttps://repositorio.uc.cl/handle/11534/91198
dc.identifier.wosidWOS:001080966900001
dc.issue.numero1
dc.language.isoen
dc.pagina.final30
dc.pagina.inicio22
dc.revistaJournal of the european academy of dermatology and venereology
dc.rightsacceso restringido
dc.subject.ods03 Good Health and Well-being
dc.subject.odspa03 Salud y bienestar
dc.titlePosition statement of the EADV Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force on AI-assisted smartphone apps and web-based services for skin disease
dc.typeartículo
dc.volumen38
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sipa.trazabilidadWOS;2025-01-12
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