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Role of AI in empowering and redefining the oncology care landscape: perspective from a developing nation

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Goel, Isha, Bhaskar, Yogendra, Kumar, Nand, Singh, Sunil, Amanullah, Mohammed, Dhar, Ruby, Karmakar, Subhradip·2025·Frontiers in Digital Health

Abstract

Early diagnosis and accurate prognosis play a pivotal role in the clinical management of cancer and in preventing cancer-related mortalities. The burgeoning population of Asia in general and South Asian countries like India in particular pose significant challenges to the healthcare system. Regrettably, the demand for healthcare services in India far exceeds the available resources, resulting in overcrowded hospitals, prolonged wait times, and inadequate facilities. The scarcity of trained manpower in rural settings, lack of awareness and low penetrance of screening programs further compounded the problem. Artificial Intelligence (AI), driven by advancements in machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing, can profoundly transform the underlying shortcomings in the healthcare industry, more for populous nations like India. With about 1.4 million cancer cases reported annually and 0.9 million deaths, India has a significant cancer burden that surpassed several nations. Further, India's diverse and large ethnic population is a data goldmine for healthcare research. Under these circumstances, AI-assisted technology, coupled with digital health solutions, could support effective oncology care and reduce the economic burden of GDP loss in terms of years of potential productive life lost (YPPLL) due to India's stupendous cancer burden. This review explores different aspects of cancer management, such as prevention, diagnosis, precision treatment, prognosis, and drug discovery, where AI has demonstrated promising clinical results. By harnessing the capabilities of AI in oncology research, healthcare professionals can enhance their ability to diagnose cancers at earlier stages, leading to more effective treatments and improved patient outcomes. With continued research and development, AI and digital health can play a transformative role in mitigating the challenges posed by the growing population and advancing the fight against cancer in India. Moreover, AI-driven technologies can assist in tailoring personalized treatment plans, optimizing therapeutic strategies, and supporting oncologists in making well-informed decisions. However, it is essential to ensure responsible implementation and address potential ethical and privacy concerns associated with using AI in healthcare.

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  • AI technologies provide timely, accurate, and accessible information that can empower patients and caregivers, supporting engagement, comprehension, and autonomy throughout the cancer care continuum.

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Authors
Goel, I., Bhaskar, Y., Kumar, N., Singh, S., Amanullah, M., Dhar, R., & Karmakar, S.
Affiliations
  • All India Institute of Medical Sciences (IN)
  • Indian Council of Medical Research (IN)
  • King Khalid University (SA)
Corresponding author
  • Dhar, Ruby
  • Karmakar, Subhradip
Venue
Frontiers in Digital Health
Published
2025-03-04
Volume
7
Pages
1550407-1550407
ISSN
2673-253X (ISSN-L)
OpenAlex
W4408135106
Cited by
31
References
212
Citations by year
2026: 20 · 2025: 11
FWCI
1.58
Type
journal article
Language
en
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  • Frontiers in Digital Health (publishedVersion, cc-by)
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Topics
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Health Informatics › Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education
  • Physical Sciences › Computer Science › Artificial Intelligence › AI in cancer detection
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging › Radiomics and Machine Learning in Medical Imaging
Keywords
artificial intelligence in oncology, cancer diagnosis, cancer prognosis, precision oncology, anticancer drug discovery, digital health, healthcare resource shortages, cancer screening, personalized treatment planning, AI ethics and privacy

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