A radiologist at Unfallkrankenhaus Berlin looks at a patient's brain images in an AI-based app on a tablet. In order to care for stroke patients in acute situations even faster in the future, Unfallkrankenhaus Berlin wants to expand the use of artificial intelligence (AI), June 19, 2023, Berlin, Germany. Photo Credit: picture alliance via Getty Images
HealthTechnology USAAI Speeds Brain Scan Analysis and Flags Urgent Cases
In the United States, an AI system developed by researchers at the University of Michigan can analyse brain MRI scans in seconds, accurately identifying neurological conditions and flagging emergencies to speed life-saving care.
“As the global demand for MRI rises and places strain on physicians and health systems, our AI model can improve diagnosis and treatment with fast, accurate information,” said Todd Hollon, neurosurgeon and assistant professor of neurosurgery.
Trained on more than 200,000 MRI studies and 5.6 million imaging sequences, the system achieved up to 97.5% accuracy across 50+ diagnoses. It can prioritise urgent cases such as stroke or haemorrhage, helping address radiology shortages and reducing delays, while demonstrating how AI can support clinicians in real-world workflows.
