Journal of Medical and Health Science
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): July

The digital revolution in medical imaging: The Role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the future of radiology: A subject review

Saad, Fathinul Fikri Ahmed (Unknown)
Bashara, Duraid Manea (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 May 2026

Abstract

General Background: Radiology has evolved from analog image interpretation to data-intensive digital analysis, creating opportunities for artificial intelligence (AI) to support diagnostic and operational processes. Specific Background: AI, particularly deep learning and convolutional neural networks, is increasingly applied in lesion detection, image segmentation, image reconstruction, workflow triage, and radiomics. Knowledge Gap: Despite rapid adoption, a comprehensive synthesis of AI applications in radiology and the associated technical, ethical, and legal barriers remains necessary. Aims: This review examines current AI applications in medical imaging, their role in precision medicine, and the major challenges affecting clinical implementation. Results: AI demonstrated expert-level performance in detecting pulmonary nodules, breast cancer, and pancreatic lesions; automated segmentation improved quantitative assessment of tumors and neurodegenerative changes; deep learning reconstruction reduced radiation dose and shortened MRI acquisition time; triage systems prioritized urgent findings and reduced turnaround time; and radiomics and radiogenomics enabled non-invasive “virtual biopsy” and prognostic modeling. Novelty: This review integrates diagnostic, operational, and predictive roles of AI across the entire radiology workflow within the concept of augmented intelligence. Implications: AI is positioned as a collaborative tool that supports radiologists and advances precision medicine, while successful adoption depends on explainability, data generalizability, privacy protection, and clear regulatory frameworks. Highlights: • AI supports lesion detection, segmentation, and image reconstruction in medical imaging.• Intelligent triage and scheduling reduce turnaround time and improve radiology workflow.• Radiomics and radiogenomics enable non-invasive tumor characterization and prognosis prediction. Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Radiology, Deep Learning, Radiomics, Precision Medicine  

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ANAMNETIC

Publisher

Subject

Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health

Description

Focus: Journal of Medical and Health Science aims to communicate the research results of professors, teachers, practitioners, and scientists in the fields of health information management and health science. The journal provides a platform for sharing significant and innovative findings that ...