"AI Smartphone App Revolutionizes Ear Infection Diagnosis and Antibiotic Use"

A new AI-powered smartphone app developed by physician-scientists at the University of Pittsburgh accurately diagnoses ear infections in children, potentially reducing unnecessary antibiotic use. The app analyzes videos of the eardrum to distinguish between acute otitis media and other issues, achieving a 93% accuracy rate. This innovation could improve diagnostic accuracy in primary healthcare settings and aid in guiding treatment decisions, while also serving as a valuable teaching and reassurance tool for parents.