How AI Is Using Facial Detection To Spot Rare Diseases In Children

Mar 29, 2022

Forbes

“FDNA, a company that develops AI-driven applications such as Face2Gene to detect rare genetic diseases visually. Over the past ten years, FDNA has built a database covering 5,000 rare diseases by working with geneticists. “1500 of these diseases can be detected with our facial recognition algorithms,” explains Shniberg. “The other 3,500 diseases leverage clinical-feature analysis that includes natural language processing.” This database powers Face2Gene and helps diagnose conditions with a single facial photograph taken by smartphones.”

 

Based on the article from Forbes.com, FDNA is leveraging facial detection to spot rare diseases in children through Face2Gene. This advanced AI technology analyzes facial features to identify genetic anomalies, providing rapid and accurate diagnostic suggestions. By comparing patient photos to a comprehensive database of known genetic conditions, Face2Gene enhances early disease detection. This facial detection approach significantly improves the accuracy and efficiency of expedited diagnosis of rare diseases. FDNA’s pioneering work demonstrates the transformative potential of AI in healthcare, aiming to deliver personalized treatment plans and improve outcomes for children with rare genetic disorders.

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