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Bone Density Scans

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healthtech2 years ago

AI Revolutionizes Healthcare with Instant Future Health Predictions

Researchers from Edith Cowan University have developed software that uses artificial intelligence to rapidly analyze bone density scans and detect abdominal aortic calcification (AAC), a predictor of cardiovascular events and other health risks. The software showed 80% agreement with expert analysis and has the potential to revolutionize early disease detection during routine clinical practice. This technology could allow individuals to predict their risk of developing serious health conditions with the press of a button, leading to earlier interventions and healthier lifestyles.

health2 years ago

Revolutionizing Healthcare: AI's Role in Disease Risk Prediction, Cardiac Diagnosis, and Virtual Consultations

Researchers have developed AI software that can rapidly analyze bone density scans to predict a person's future risk of health conditions such as heart attacks, stroke, falls, fractures, and dementia. The software can process 60,000 images in one day, compared to the 5-15 minutes it takes for a human expert to analyze each scan. The algorithm matches expert conclusions 80% of the time, representing a significant advancement in early detection and disease monitoring. This technology has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by allowing for large-scale screening and early intervention.