Radiology Business March 29, 2023
Artificial intelligence can aid nonphysicians in obtaining diagnostic-quality ultrasound images in the emergency department, according to research published Tuesday in JAMA Network Open [1].
The Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma, or FAST, protocol has shown promise in helping to quickly triage patients, both shortening lengths of stay and reducing medical costs. However, it can come with a steep learning curve, previous research has shown.
Taiwanese researchers recently explored the use of AI to aid novices in this approach. They found encouraging early results after testing out the intervention.
“The diagnostic quality score and the rate of acceptable clips were significantly higher with AI guidance,” corresponding author Chi-Yung Cheng, MD, with the Department of Emergency Medicine, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial...
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