Assessing ChatGPT Responses to Patient Questions About Total Ankle Arthroplasty
Author Information
Author(s): Artioli Elena, Veronesi Francesca, Mazzotti Antonio, Brogini Silvia, Zielli Simone Ottavio, Giavaresi Gianluca, Faldini Cesare
Primary Institution: IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli Bologna, Italy
Hypothesis
Can ChatGPT provide accurate and comprehensive responses to common patient questions regarding total ankle arthroplasty?
Conclusion
ChatGPT demonstrates potential as a tool for responding to common patient questions related to total ankle arthroplasty, offering clear and mostly accurate information.
Supporting Evidence
- ChatGPT's responses were mostly satisfactory, requiring minimal clarification.
- The average accuracy score was 2, indicating satisfactory responses.
- The mean DISCERN score was 51, categorized as good-fair.
- Responses were evaluated based on established scoring systems for medical information.
- ChatGPT's performance may improve with ongoing advancements in AI.
Takeaway
ChatGPT can help answer questions about ankle surgery, making it easier for patients to understand their options.
Methodology
Ten common questions were selected by two ankle surgeons, and ChatGPT was used to answer these questions, which were then analyzed for accuracy and clarity.
Potential Biases
The evaluation of responses was subjective, relying on two independent authors.
Limitations
The study only posed questions in English and did not assess the variability of responses based on rephrasing or different users.
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