What Patients Should Know About Privacy Risks in Medical Imaging AI
What Patients Should Know About Privacy Risks in Medical Imaging AI Artificial intelligence is now routinely used to analyze X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. These tools can help radiologists spot tumors, measure blood flow, and detect fractures faster than ever. But as AI systems train on vast collections of medical images, a new set of privacy risks has emerged. A recent report from the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) describes the situation as a “Pandora’s box” of privacy-related concerns. This article explains what patients should understand, what is at stake, and what steps you can take. ...