HIT Consultant April 2, 2024
What You Should Know:
– Eko Health, a provider of AI-powered heart and lung disease detection today announced FDA clearance for its Low EF detection AI.
– Built in collaboration with Mayo Clinic, the AI allows U.S. healthcare providers to detect Low Ejection Fraction (LVEF), a crucial indicator of heart failure, in just 15 seconds using a standard Eko stethoscope during a routine physical exam.
Importance of Early Detection
The advancement in early detection signifies a major medical innovation for cardiovascular disease. In the US alone, over 6 million individuals struggle with heart failure, with half experiencing HFrEF, a condition where the heart cannot pump blood efficiently. Traditionally, diagnosing heart failure often relies on echocardiography, a tool unavailable in many...
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