Royal Bolton Hospital in the UK is harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) in a groundbreaking approach to monitor and diagnose COVID-19 infections, using chest X-rays to track the progression of the disease. The hospital, the first in the UK to adopt this method, is employing Qure.ai's advanced diagnostic software.
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According to Dr. Rizwan Malik, this technology expedites physicians' decision-making processes regarding treatment, providing objective, real-time data on lung damage and other health parameters. This additional layer of information can help indicate a patient's COVID-19 risk level based on the extent of lung damage.
The AI-assisted process bolsters the physician's diagnostic capability, providing immediate insights but does not substitute their medical expertise. It supports a more thorough diagnosis than a blood test or swab could reveal about lung health.
AI's application isn't limited to COVID-19 alone. It's also been successfully used to detect tuberculosis, cancer, and pneumonia and can be repurposed post-pandemic. Dr. Malik expressed optimism regarding this integration of AI into their team, emphasizing its ability to provide the proper care amid the ongoing global health crisis.
