Expert System for Diagnosing Smoker Diseases Using the Backward Chaining Method
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.22303/csrid-.17.3.2025.340-353Keywords:
Dosen, Rokok, Sistem Pakar, Backward Chaining, Diagnosa PenyakitAbstract
he rapid development of information and computer technology has had a significant impact on various fields, including healthcare. One of its applications is the expert system, a computer-based system utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) designed to imitate the reasoning and decision-making abilities of human experts. Expert systems are widely used to assist in diagnosing diseases based on symptoms experienced by patients, providing fast, efficient, and accurate solutions without requiring direct consultation with medical professionals. This study focuses on developing an Expert System for Diagnosing Smoking-Related Diseases among Lecturers at Universitas Al Washliyah Labuhanbatu. The system aims to help users, particularly active smokers, identify potential diseases caused by smoking habits. Based on preliminary studies and interviews conducted with the Health Department of Rantauprapat City, it was found that common diseases suffered by smokers include oral disease, lung disease, respiratory disorders, throat disease, and heart disease. These illnesses often develop unnoticed in the early stages, making early diagnosis essential for prevention and health awareness. The research applies the Backward Chaining inference method, which works by reasoning backward from a possible conclusion (disease) to find supporting facts (symptoms). The relationship between symptoms and diseases is represented through IF–THEN rules derived from expert knowledge. The system was developed using Macromedia Dreamweaver 8 as a web editor and MySQL as the database management system to store information on diseases, symptoms, and diagnostic results. The implementation results show that the system can provide early diagnoses quickly and accurately based on user-input symptoms. Furthermore, the system includes a confidence level feature that presents diagnostic certainty in percentage form. Hence, the developed expert system not only serves as a medical decision-support tool but also as a digital health education medium that promotes awareness of smoking dangers and the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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