AI eye doctor: new tool spots genetic blindness causes in seconds

NCT ID NCT06839170

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tested an AI system called Retina4IRD that helps doctors diagnose inherited retinal diseases (IRDs), which are genetic conditions that can cause vision loss. The AI analyzes eye images and patient information to predict the specific gene mutation causing the disease. In a trial with 300 participants, the system aimed to speed up diagnosis and make it more accurate, replacing the usual slow and complex process.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Shanghai, 200080, China

  • Shanghai general hospital

    Shanghai, China

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