Ethics and Algorithms to Navigate AI's Emerging Role in Organ Transplantation

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Abstract

Background/Objectives: Solid organ transplantation remains a critical life-saving treatment for end-stage organ failure, yet it faces persistent challenges, such as organ scarcity, graft rejection, and postoperative complications. Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to address these challenges by revolutionizing transplantation practices. Methods: This review article explores the diverse applications of AI in solid organ transplantation, focusing on its impact on diagnostics, treatment, and the evolving market landscape. We discuss how machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI are harnessing vast datasets to predict transplant outcomes, personalized immunosuppressive regimens, and optimize patient selection. Additionally, we examine the ethical implications of AI in transplantation and highlight promising AI-driven innovations nearing FDA evaluation. Results: AI improves organ allocation processes, refines predictions for transplant outcomes, and enables tailored immunosuppressive regimens. These advancements contribute to better patient selection and enhance overall transplant success rates. Conclusions: By bridging the gap in organ availability and improving long-term transplant success, AI holds promise to significantly advance the field of solid organ transplantation.

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Original languageEnglish
Article number2775
Number of pages18
JournalJournal of clinical medicine
Volume14
Issue number8
Publication statusPublished - 17 Apr 2025
Peer-reviewedYes

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PubMedCentral PMC12027807
Scopus 105003411357
ORCID /0000-0002-1887-4772/work/184442315
ORCID /0000-0002-9888-8460/work/184442544

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