Investigating Ethical Considerations in the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Field of Health: A Narrative Review

Salehinia, Reza; Nasiri Sangari, Marzieh; Abbasian, Hossein; Salehian, Sajjad

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Salehinia R, Nasiri Sangari M, Abbasian H, Salehian S. Investigating Ethical Considerations in the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Field of Health: A Narrative Review. IJMEHM 2024; 17 (S1) :1-2
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Investigating Ethical Considerations in the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Field of Health: A Narrative Review

Reza Salehinia ^*

¹, Marzieh Nasiri Sangari¹

, Hossein Abbasian²

, Sajjad Salehian³

1- Master of Science/Surgical Technology, Tabas School of Nursing, Birjand University of Medical Sciences and Health Services, Birjand, Iran
2- PhD in Medical Physics, Tabas School of Nursing, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran
3- Master of Internal Medicine, Department of Nursing, Tabas School of Nursing, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran

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Artificial intelligence (AI) represents a significant human advancement. The proliferation of AI technologies within the healthcare sector has led to substantial improvements in health outcomes and medical indicators. However, the application of AI in healthcare is accompanied by numerous ethical challenges. This study aimed to investigate the ethical considerations associated with the use of AI in the healthcare domain. This narrative review included articles published between February 2019 and November 2024. A comprehensive literature search was conducted across internal databases, including Magiran and SID, as well as external scientific databases such as PubMed, Web of Science, Medline, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. Keywords used for the search included "Ethics," "Artificial Intelligence," and "Health" in both Persian and English. After applying inclusion criteria and conducting quality assessments, nine studies were deemed eligible for inclusion in this review. The findings of previous studies demonstrate that the utilization of AI in healthcare has yielded significant benefits, including more accurate disease diagnoses, improved clinical predictions, more efficient hospital management, optimized resource allocation, enhanced patient care, streamlined clinical workflows, and advancements in medical research. These technologies have contributed to increased efficiency and quality within healthcare services. However, significant ethical challenges remain, including data privacy and security concerns, algorithmic bias, transparency issues, the need for robust clinical validation, and the importance of ensuring professional responsibility. Adherence to principles such as transparency, fairness, privacy protection, and equitable access is crucial for the responsible development and deployment of AI in healthcare. Ultimately, achieving a balance between technological advancements and human values is paramount for the sustainable and ethical utilization of AI in this domain. The findings of this review underscore the profound impact of AI on improving quality of life and enhancing services across various sectors, particularly healthcare, by providing innovative solutions. However, the optimal utilization of AI in healthcare necessitates a meticulous consideration of ethical implications, rigorous monitoring of AI systems, and proactive efforts to address the existing challenges.

Keywords: Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Health

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Type of Study: Ethics Congress | Subject: Congress of Ethics
Received: 2025/03/8 | Accepted: 2024/12/23 | Published: 2024/12/23