Using the OCT 3D scan, scientists found that AI could potentially view the retina’s cross-section to determine the presence of Parkinson’s disease. Those with Parkinson’s so far show thinner eye internal nuclear layers and more delicate layers of ganglion cell-inner plexiform.
While opticians currently conduct OCT scans, AI may potentially be able to run these scans faster and more accurately, as it pertains to Parkinson’s detections. Ideally, said scans would also take place and catch this disease before the manifestation of retinal problems.
Too early to tell?
Before the latest developments out of Britain, a Swedish study also suggested AI could help facilitate faster detection of breast cancer.
However, while AI comes with many possibilities, some experts warn about jumping into this too quickly. Potential downsides of the technology also include inaccurate or premature diagnoses of health problems.
Despite the clear potential for good, the appropriate role of AI in the medical field still largely remains up in the air. When it comes to people’s lives and health, making sure everything happens aboveboard must be the foremost priority.
