Diagnosis
Algorithm beats docs at diagnosing heart attacks via EKG
Algorithm beats docs at diagnosing heart attacks via EKG Researchers have developed a machine learning algorithm that can interpret electrocardiogram (EKG) data more accurately than medical professionals when it comes to diagnosing heart attacks. The algorithm, which is being developed into a user-friendly platform, provides enhanced feature detection and more information about the EKG, helping […]
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Simple tool can help uncover underdiagnosed back condition
Simple tool can help uncover underdiagnosed back condition A new study has developed an innovative online screening questionnaire called the A-tool to help identify people with underdiagnosed back conditions, specifically axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA). The A-tool consists of a brief set of clinical questions that patients can complete themselves without a physician intermediary, and it has […]
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Yes, ADHD diagnoses are rising, but that doesn’t mean it’s overdiagnosed
Yes, ADHD diagnoses are rising, but that doesn’t mean it’s overdiagnosed ADHD diagnoses are rising, but this doesn’t necessarily mean it’s overdiagnosed. The condition exists on a spectrum and can be treated differently depending on the severity of symptoms. The diagnosis of ADHD is not always clear-cut, as symptoms can vary widely from person to […]
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