AI systems in medicine need better guidance for clinical decisions
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Most AI systems in medicine today can predict diseases and patient outcomes, but they don't help doctors decide what to do about those predictions. Researchers say AI needs to go further by actually guiding treatment decisions, not just spotting problems. This shift matters because prediction alone leaves doctors without clear direction on the best next steps for their patients.
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