ā” Quick Summary
This study explored the educational effectiveness of AI-generated images versus traditional video lectures in improving diagnostic skills for chalazion and sebaceous carcinoma. Both methods significantly enhanced diagnostic accuracy, but the results suggest that combining these approaches may yield the best educational outcomes.
š Key Details
- š„ Participants: 55 students from Orthoptics, Optometry, and Vision Research
- š¼ļø Training Methods: AI-generated image training vs. traditional video lectures
- š Assessment: 50-image quiz before and after the intervention
- š Improvement: Significant overall improvement in diagnostic accuracy (p < 0.001)
š Key Takeaways
- š Both training methods led to significant improvements in diagnostic skills.
- š¤ AI-generated images showed better results for chalazion diagnosis.
- š„ Video lectures were more effective for sebaceous carcinoma diagnosis.
- š No significant difference in overall performance between the two groups (p = 0.124).
- š AI training improved accuracy for all chalazion images, while video lectures excelled with sebaceous carcinoma.
- š Combining methods may enhance educational programs for rare conditions.
- š Further research is needed to optimize AI’s role in medical education.
š Background
Diagnosing sebaceous carcinoma can be challenging due to its rarity and the limited experience of clinicians. Chalazion, a common eyelid condition, often complicates the diagnostic process. As medical education evolves, integrating advanced technologies like AI-generated images into training programs could significantly enhance diagnostic capabilities for these rare conditions.
šļø Study
Conducted with 55 students from various vision-related disciplines, this study aimed to compare the effectiveness of AI-generated image training against traditional video lectures. Participants were randomly assigned to either group and assessed on their diagnostic performance using a quiz consisting of 50 images before and after the educational intervention.
š Results
Both groups demonstrated a significant improvement in diagnostic accuracy, with a p-value of less than 0.001. Notably, the AI group showed improvement in all 25 chalazion images, while the video lecture group excelled with 24 out of 25 sebaceous carcinoma images. The proportion of images with improved accuracy was significantly higher in the AI group for chalazion (p = 0.022) and in the video group for sebaceous carcinoma (p < 0.001).
š Impact and Implications
The findings from this study highlight the potential of AI-generated image training to enhance diagnostic skills for rare conditions. By integrating AI with traditional educational methods, we can create more effective training programs that better prepare clinicians for real-world challenges. This approach could lead to improved patient outcomes and more accurate diagnoses in clinical practice.
š® Conclusion
This study underscores the importance of innovative educational strategies in medical training. The combination of AI-generated images and traditional lectures may provide a comprehensive approach to enhancing diagnostic skills for rare diseases. Continued research in this area is essential to fully realize the potential of AI in medical education and practice.
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Comparative educational effectiveness of AI generated images and traditional lectures for diagnosing chalazion and sebaceous carcinoma.
Abstract
Sebaceous carcinoma is difficult to distinguish from chalazion due to their rarity and clinicians’ limited experience. This study investigated the potential of AI-generated image training to improve diagnostic skills for these eyelid tumors compared to traditional video lecture-based education. Students from Orthoptics, Optometry, and Vision Research (nā=ā55) were randomly assigned to either an AI-generated image training group or a traditional video lecture group. Diagnostic performance was assessed using a 50-image quiz before and after the intervention. Both groups showed significant improvement in overall diagnostic accuracy (pā<ā0.001), with no significant difference between groups (pā=ā0.124). In the AI group, all 25 chalazion images showed improvement, while only 6 out of 25 sebaceous carcinoma images improved. The video lecture group showed improvement in 19 out of 25 chalazion images and 24 out of 25 sebaceous carcinoma images. The proportion of images with improved accuracy was significantly higher in the AI group for chalazion (Pā=ā0.022) and in the video group for sebaceous carcinoma (Pā<ā0.001). These findings suggest that AI-generated image training can enhance diagnostic skills for rare conditions, but its effectiveness depends on the quality and quantity of patient images used for optimization. Combining AI-generated image training with traditional video lectures may lead to more effective educational programs. Further research is needed to explore AI's potential in medical education and improve diagnostic skills for rare diseases.
Author: [‘Tabuchi H’, ‘Nakajima I’, ‘Day M’, ‘Yoneda T’, ‘Tanabe M’, ‘Strang N’, ‘Engelmann J’, ‘Deguchi H’, ‘Akada M’, ‘Moriguchi T’, ‘Nakaniida Y’, ‘Tsuji H’]
Journal: Sci Rep
Citation: Tabuchi H, et al. Comparative educational effectiveness of AI generated images and traditional lectures for diagnosing chalazion and sebaceous carcinoma. Comparative educational effectiveness of AI generated images and traditional lectures for diagnosing chalazion and sebaceous carcinoma. 2024; 14:29200. doi: 10.1038/s41598-024-80732-4