Abstract
Artificial neural networks are established analytical methods in bio-medical research. They have repeatedly outperformed traditional tools for pattern recognition and clinical outcome prediction while assuring continued adaptation and learning. However, successful experimental neural networks systems seldom reach a production state. That is, they are not incorporated into clinical information systems. It could be speculated that neural networks simply must undergo a lengthy acceptance process before they become part of the day to day operations of health care systems. However, our experience trying to incorporate experimental neural networks into information systems lead us to believe that there are technical and operational barriers that greatly difficult neural network implementation. A solution for these problems may be the delineation of policies and procedures for neural network implementation and the development a new class of neural network client/server applications that fit the needs of current clinical information systems.
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