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Figure 3. If I have completely lacerated my digital nerve, what is the likely outcome of being completely repaired? Provide 5 high-level
evidence studies to support your answer.

failed to supply five references.

As shown in Figure 4, the prompt “Following digital nerve repair surgery, what is the timeframe for the
complete return of sensation to the finger?” aimed to analyze the models’ abilities to predict prognosis
following a surgical procedure. ChatGPT commenced by noting the variable timeline is contingent on
multiple factors. It delineated the average nerve regeneration rate, emphasizing the gradual process of
regaining sensation, while also warning potential incomplete recovery [14,15] . ChatGPT finally advised
adherence to healthcare professional guidance, encompassing hand therapy, sensory re-education, and pain
[16]
management . BARD generated a response akin to ChatGPT's, offering an approximate recovery
timeframe of six months to two years, depending on injury severity and patient health, while similarly
cautioning against incomplete sensation restoration [17,18] . It expounded on three factors influencing recovery
[19]
duration and emphasized adhering to healthcare professional directives . Bing AI proposed an alternative
recovery timeframe of three to six months while cautioning that not all individuals achieve full recovery .
[3]
Interestingly, it cited a study to substantiate its assertion and furnished two additional links for users seeking
further research.

The final input “Same patient, what are my options if I don’t have surgery?” as shown in Figure 5, assessed
the models’ ability to offer a breadth of therapeutic options. Consistent with prior responses, ChatGPT
advised seeking a healthcare professional's guidance. Initially, it elucidated potential complications arising
from non-surgical approaches followed by enumerating alternative treatments ; however, it ultimately
[20]
advocated for surgical management, attributing this to enhanced patient outcomes. BARD devised several
recommendations for non-clinical settings, subsequently accentuating the potential inadequacy of these
interventions and suggesting surgical measures should symptoms persist. The response culminated by
listing the ramifications of forgoing surgery and urging users to consult their doctor for optimal
management . Bing AI presented and briefly explained distinct alternative therapies, underscoring the
[20]
[21]
variability of patient outcomes and that not all nerve lacerations necessitate surgical intervention . Bing AI
also cited a systematic review to support its assertion and furnished at least four additional links for users to
further study this topic. Unfortunately, the hyperlink to the systematic review was erroneous, raising
concerns about Bing AI’s credibility. It also failed to list possible complications of adopting non-surgical