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The state of artificial intelligence-based FDA-approved medical devices and algorithms: an online database
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FDA-Approved AI/ML Medical Gadgets: Radiology Leads the Pack!
The authors identified 64 FDA-approved medical devices and algorithms using AI/ML, with only 29 explicitly mentioning AI/ML in their official announcements. Radiology and Cardiology are the leading specialties for these technologies, and the authors created an open-access database to track and categorize these devices.
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Identified Weaknesses
Potential Inaccuracies in AI/ML Classification
The database relies on company announcements, FDA approvals, and publicly available information, which may not always be consistent or fully transparent. Some companies may overstate the role of AI/ML in their products while others may not emphasize it enough.
Limitations of FDA Website Search
The FDA's website lacks advanced search functionalities to filter by specific content or keywords related to AI/ML. This makes it difficult to identify all AI/ML-based medical devices and algorithms from their official announcements.
Limited Scope
The study focuses solely on FDA-approved devices, excluding unregulated or devices approved by other regulatory bodies.
Dependence on Keyword Identification
The database relies on keyword identification to classify technologies as AI/ML-based and misses devices if the related terminology is not explicitly used.
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This paper provides a valuable resource by creating a database of FDA-approved AI/ML-based medical devices and algorithms. While the methodology has limitations due to reliance on publicly available information and the FDA's website structure, the open-access database and its potential for community contributions represent a significant step towards greater transparency and understanding of AI/ML in healthcare. The focus on FDA approvals ensures a level of regulatory oversight and validity. It also appropriately highlights the challenges posed by the rapid growth of this technology and the limitations of current regulatory practices.
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The state of artificial intelligence-based FDA-approved medical devices and algorithms: an online database
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