Artifical Intelligence to Predict Heart Disease Risk
Written by AZoRoboticsJun 1 2021
A new project using artificial intelligence technology could spell a medical breakthrough for people suffering from, or at risk of, coronary artery disease, the single leading cause of death in Australia.
Professor Girish Dwivedi, UWA Wesfarmers Chair in Cardiology. Image Credit: The University of Western Australia
The approach being developed by researchers at The University of Western Australia could allow for more accurate diagnosis and faster reporting across all aspects of healthcare, improving the quality and consistency of patient care.
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