Research Article

Text Messaging-Based Medical Diagnosis Using Natural Language Processing and Fuzzy Logic

Table 2

Summary of the literature based on medical chatbots.

ReferencesMethodContributionsDomain

Bao et al. [33]Hybrid model chatbot that combines knowledge graph and a text similarity modelProposed method was able to identify and reduce similarity in large QA datasetGeneric
Harilal et al. [36]Developed CARO, a chatbot app, which is capable of performing empathetic conversations and providing medical adviceProposed method has the ability to sense the conversational context, intent, and associated emotionsDepression
Bibault et al. [28]Vik chatbot: blind, randomized controlled noninferiority trialProposed method was able to improve conversation between chatbot and physicianBreast cancer
Bali et al. [50]Ensemble learning using advanced NLU techniquesImproved accuracy in diabetes prediction when compared to generic health predictionDiabetes and generic
Cameron et al. [51]Proposed iHelper using questionnaire developed by chatbottestRecommendations to increase the usability of a chatbot for mental healthcareMental healthcare
Chaix et al. [34]Vik chatbotEvaluated a yearlong of conversations between patients with breast cancer and a chatbotBreast cancer
Chung and Park [30]Chatbot-based healthcare service framework in cloudProvides a smooth human-machine interaction for the chatbot healthcare serviceAccident response
Hussein and Athula [38]Virtual Diabetes Management System (VDMS) using modified open source AIML web-based chatbotProposed method provides a more robust knowledge using Wikipedia knowledgeGeneric and diabetes patients
Huang et al. [37]AI-based health chatbot known as “Smart Wireless Interactive Healthcare System” (SWITCHes)Proposed system can provide advice to user on food intake based on calorie order, advice on physical activities, etc.Weight control and health promotion
Ahmad et al. [31]NLPAbility to give adequate advice on the right type of medication based on information providedPharmacy