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JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH

JMIR Publications • Volume 26, Issue 3 • March 2024

DOI: 10.2196/2024.12345PMID: 38523456

Machine Learning in Clinical Decision Support Systems: A Systematic Review

Authors:Sarah Chen, MD, PhDMichael Rodriguez, PhDEmily Thompson, MS

Abstract: This systematic review examines the current state of machine learning applications in clinical decision support systems (CDSS). We analyzed 127 peer-reviewed studies published between 2019-2024, focusing on diagnostic accuracy, clinical outcomes, and implementation challenges. Our findings indicate significant improvements in diagnostic performance across multiple domains, with particular success in radiology (AUC: 0.89-0.94) and critical care (AUC: 0.85-0.91). However, challenges persist in model interpretability and EHR integration. Future research should prioritize explainable machine learning and standardized evaluation frameworks.

1. Introduction

Clinical decision support systems (CDSS) have become integral to modern healthcare, assisting clinicians in making evidence-based decisions. Machine learning algorithms have shown significant promise in enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of these systems, particularly in diagnostic support, treatment recommendations, and risk stratification.

The rapid advancement of machine learning technologies has created new opportunities for improving clinical workflows. This review synthesizes current evidence on ML-based CDSS implementations, evaluating their effectiveness and identifying areas for future development.

2. Methods and Applications

This systematic review examines the implementation of machine learning models across various clinical domains, including emergency medicine, radiology, and intensive care units. The study analyzes performance metrics, integration challenges, and clinical outcomes associated with ML-powered CDSS implementations.

Search Strategy: PubMed, Embase, and IEEE Xplore databases were searched using MeSH terms and keywords related to ML, CDSS, and clinical decision-making. Inclusion criteria: peer-reviewed studies published 2019-2024, English language, human subjects.

A total of 127 studies met inclusion criteria. Data extraction focused on model performance, clinical outcomes, and implementation details. Quality assessment was performed using the QUADAS-2 tool for diagnostic studies and the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool for interventional studies.

3. Key Findings

Machine learning models demonstrated improved diagnostic accuracy compared to traditional rule-based systems, with particular success in image interpretation, patient risk prediction, and treatment protocol optimization. However, challenges remain in model interpretability, integration with existing electronic health records, and ensuring clinical validation.

Radiology Applications

AUC: 0.89-0.94 across 23 studies

Critical Care

AUC: 0.85-0.91 across 18 studies

Performance varied significantly by domain, with image-based applications showing the highest accuracy. Natural language processing applications for clinical note analysis showed moderate success (AUC: 0.78-0.86), while predictive models for treatment recommendations demonstrated more variable outcomes.

4. Clinical Impact

The integration of machine learning into clinical decision support systems has shown potential to reduce diagnostic errors, improve patient outcomes, and optimize resource allocation. Future research should focus on developing more interpretable models and establishing standardized evaluation frameworks for clinical deployment.

Clinical Significance: Studies reporting clinical outcomes (n=34) showed a median reduction in diagnostic errors of 23% (IQR: 15-31%) and a 12% improvement in time-to-diagnosis (IQR: 8-18%).

Barriers to adoption included concerns about model transparency, regulatory compliance, and workflow integration. Successful implementations typically involved extensive clinician training and iterative refinement based on user feedback.

References: 127 citations • Pages: 1-12 of 12

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