News • Tumor assessment via chromatin imaging
From DCIS to IDC: AI identifies breast cancer stages
Researchers at MIT and ETH Zurich developed an AI model that identifies certain breast cancer stages likely to progress to invasive forms of cancer.
News • Effects of smartwatch alerts
Heart rate monitoring: wearable devices can drive anxiety, possibly affect health
For patients with atrial fibrillation, using a wearable device can lead to higher anxiety about symptoms and treatment, doctor visits, and use of informal healthcare resources, a new study finds.
Opinion article • Wearable medical devices
Sweat analysis reveals a wealth of health information
Diagnosis and monitoring medical conditions, including cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and infections: In this opinion article, Alix Joseph (Linxens) explores the potential of sweat analysis.
News • Machine learning forecast of MS
Multiple sclerosis: predicting progression with AI
Can an AI predict the progression of multiple sclerosis in a patient over the subsequent months and years? Researchers in Belgium used machine learning to do just that – with promising results.
News • Integration into medical decision-making
AI adept at answering medical questions – but fails to explain how
AI models perform increasingly well in answering medical questions. However, when it comes to explaining these answers, shortcomings become apparent, a new study shows.
News • Electronic prompt in the EHR
‘Nudging’ surgeons away from breast cancer overtreatment
Sentinel lymph node biopsies can help detect breast cancer – but not every patient benefits from the procedure. New research finds that a simple EHR prompt can prevent unnecessary surgery.
News • New technology approach
‘Personalised’ hip replacements to improve outcomes
Using advanced technology from the automotive and manufacturing industries, researchers are driving medical advancement to create ‘personalised’ hip replacements.
News • Cardiac imaging analysis
AI greatly speeds up heart chamber segmentation from MRI scans
From 45 minutes to just a few seconds: A new computer model utilises AI to examine cardiac MRI scans in the four-chamber plane, potentially offering speedy and dependable heart health evaluation.
News • Expression analysis
Smartphone tool detects stroke from face scan
A new smartphone face-screening tool could help paramedics to identify stroke in seconds – much sooner and more accurately than is possible with current technologies.
News • Pediatric imaging support
Eye tracking VR takes the scare out of MRI scans for children
Undergoing an MRI scan can be a scary prospect for children. Now, a novel eye tracking controlled VR system has been tested on 23 patients aged 2 to 13, allowing them to play games and watch films.
News • Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
Telemedicine for more sustainable cancer care
Cancer care that utilizes telehealth and local care would generate 33.1% less greenhouse gas emissions than the traditional model, new research finds.
News • Infrared thermography analysis
AI predicts coronary artery disease from facial thermal imaging
A combination of facial thermal imaging and artificial intelligence (AI) can accurately predict the presence of coronary artery disease (CAD), new research finds.
Article • Interactive VR worlds in healthcare
Metaverse in medicine: between potential and pioneering spirit
For many, the term “metaverse” evokes images of VR headsets and the rebranded company behind Facebook – but can the digital parallel universe provide actual benefits for healthcare? Dr Anke Diehl has studied the technology intensively and recognises significant potential for medical applications. However, the expert for digital transformation at Essen University Medicine, Germany, cautions…
News • Funding for research group
How can explainable AI in medicine work?
A new interdisciplinary research group explores issues of explainability and comprehensibility of AI in medicine – and who is responsible when something goes wrong.
News • Medical workflow assistance
AI and robotics support for ultrasound imaging
Autonomous robotic ultrasound systems could perform routine examinations and support doctors in the OR. New research shows that these systems can make everyday life easier for medical professionals.
News • Language barriers for health information
Chatbots get less accurate when health queries are not in English
Chatbots like ChatGPT generally deliver servicable results when asked for healthcare advice. However, new research suggests that the LLM's accuracy drops when languages other than English are used.
Interview • Documentation assistance
Virtual scribes free up physician's time from eHR
Physicians using a virtual scribe spend significantly less time in the eHR, a new study finds. This reduces their burden and frees up time for patient care – and AI could push this even further.
Video • Intra-operative assistance
MRI-guided robotic positioner to enhance neurosurgery precision
New robotic technology could pave the way for more precise MRI-guided stereotactic surgery, for example by assisting with cannula/needle targeting during deep brain stimulation (DBS) interventions.
Article • E-skin patches
How “intelligent” skin could highlight cardiac conditions
Two companies are combining their unique expertise to develop intelligent e-skin patches to “self-sense” cardiac events in patients. The flexible patch platform will deliver a comprehensive understanding of both electrical and mechanical heart activities and has the potential to enable cardiologists to better monitor their patients.
News • Message from our partner
AI-driven strategies for pharma industry at AUTOMA+ 2024
As AI is playing an increasingly crucial role in the fields of pharmacy and medicine, Pharmaceutical Automation and Digitalisation Congress (AUTOMA+ 2024) welcomes the entire industry value chain to join the roundtable discussion on the innovative strategies that are navigating the future of pharma. The Congress takes place in Zurich, Switzerland, on 18-19 November 2024.
News • Eye pressure monitoring
Early detection of glaucoma with ‘smart’ contact lenses
A prototype “smart” contact lens that measures eye pressure accurately, regardless of temperature. Detecting slight elevations in pressure, this could someday enable wireless glaucoma detection.
News • Circumferential bioelectronics
A ‘wraparound’ implant to treat spinal cord injuries
A tiny, flexible electronic device that wraps around the spinal cord could represent a new approach to the treatment of spinal injuries, which can cause profound disability and paralysis.
News • Study on NHS programme
Digital help for weight loss proven effective
A 12-week digital weight management programme has been shown to achieve clinically meaningful weight loss in patients with high BMI plus hypertension, diabetes or both.
News • Content quality on social media
Medical information on TikTok: Led astray by influencers?
TikTok has become a go-to platform for young people seeking answers – including health information. But how accurate are the medical ‘Toks’? A new study analyzed the quality of the content.
Article • Transformative technology
Generative AI in healthcare: More than a chatbot
‘Computer, why did the doctor take that MRI scan of my leg? And what did it show?’: Popularized by OpenAI’s ChatGPT, generative artificial intelligence (AI) is already beginning to see practical applications in medical settings. The technology holds immense potential, with benefits for patients, clinicians, and even hospital administration, according to Shez Partovi, MD.
