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There is, however, limited evidence on real-world AI implementation and use, including staff, patient, and caregiver experience, and costs and cost-effectiveness. A National Institute for Health and Care Research Rapid Service Evaluation Team Phase 1 evaluation provided insights into the early implementation of these tools and developed a framework for monitoring and evaluation of AI tools for chest diagnostic imaging in practice.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Objective<\/jats:title>\n This mixed methods evaluation of AI tools for chest diagnostic imaging aims to address previous research gaps by exploring the implementation of AI tools for chest diagnostic imaging, the impact and costs of implementing these service models, and the experiences of patients, caregivers, and staff.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods<\/jats:title>\n This study will be a mixed method evaluation of implementation, experiences, impact, and costs of AI for chest diagnostic imaging in NHS services in England, with the evaluation informed by the Major System Change Framework. Trust-level case studies (3 in-depth and up to 9 light-touch) will be performed, including staff member, patient, and caregiver; NHSE AIDF team interviews; meeting observations; and analysis of key relevant documentation. Qualitative data will be analyzed using Rapid Assessment Procedures and inductive thematic analysis, supplemented by in-depth deductive thematic analysis. Data from case study sites and other relevant sources will be used to assess outcomes at the other sites and for comparators. A pragmatic economic model of the chest diagnostic imaging pathway will be developed to estimate key costs and resource use associated with AI tool deployment. Together with input from national stakeholders and staff workshops, the study findings will then be finalized for reporting.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n As of September 2025, trust-level research and development approvals with participating sites are complete, and data collection has commenced. 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