(127) Is Artificial Intelligence Ready to Help Urologists?

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Abstract Introduction ChatGPT is a language model developed by OpenAI. It's a variant of the GPT (Generative Pretrained Transformer) architecture, a transformer-based neural network used for natural language processing tasks. The model has been trained on a massive corpus of text data and can generate human-like responses to topics and questions. ChatGPT can be used for chatbots, conversation agents, and language translation. The integration of AI into urology has the potential to improve patient outcomes, increase efficiency, and reduce costs, ultimately leading to a better healthcare experience for patients. Objective The objective of this study is to assess the current state of artificial intelligence (AI) when it comes to urologic problems and to determine whether it is sufficiently developed and prepared to provide useful assistance to urologists in their clinical practice. This study aims to assess the accuracy, reliability, and potential benefits of one AI language model (ChatGPT) in efficiently answering common patient questions, providing patients with accurate educational information, minimizing patient harm, and guiding patients towards appropriate management. By exhibiting ChatGPT's capabilities and limitations in the context of urology, the study aims to demonstrate how AI can be helpful in everyday urological practices. Methods ChatGPT (chat.openai.com) was presented with typical clinical scenarios and patient questions. Results AI wrote the introduction answering “What is ChatGPT?” and “How can AI help urologists?”. For the conclusion, AI was prompted with “Is artificial intelligence ready to help urologists?”. Figures summarize the answers to common patient questions given by ChatGPT. Conclusions The use of AI in the field of urology is still in its early stages and more research is needed to determine its full potential. However, there have already been some promising developments and successful applications. For example, AI algorithms have been used to accurately diagnose prostate cancer, predict patient outcomes, and improve surgical planning. While AI has the potential to revolutionize the field of urology, it is important to note that AI is not a substitute for human expertise and judgment. AI algorithms can provide valuable insights and assistance, but the ultimate decision making and treatment planning should still be done by experienced urologists. Additionally, it is important to ensure that AI systems are developed and used in a way that respects patient privacy and data security, and that the outcomes of AI-assisted decision making are transparent and explainable. In summary, AI has the potential to greatly benefit the field of urology. Still, it is important to approach its use with caution and continue evaluating its impact as more research is conducted. Disclosure No.