How AI can spot diseases that doctors aren't looking for
Published On Jan 16, 2025, 7:07 PM
AI technology is being employed in healthcare to provide "opportunistic" screenings through existing imaging scans (like CT scans) that can uncover undiagnosed diseases such as osteoporosis, heart disease, and fatty liver disease. The case of a patient who was mistakenly diagnosed with food poisoning but was later found to have osteoporosis through a CT scan highlights this innovative approach. Israeli company Nanox.AI is a key player in this field, having developed algorithms that significantly increase the identification of vertebral fractures, which can lead to early treatment for osteoporosis. However, concerns exist regarding the potential strain on healthcare systems due to increased follow-up testing and the need for additional clinical resources.
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The use of AI in healthcare for opportunistic imaging presents a growing market for companies like Nanox.AI. Given the increasing recognition of AI's role in early disease detection and its implications for improving healthcare outcomes, investors could see positive momentum in the stock performance of such companies as NHS and other hospitals continue to adopt these technologies.