AI eye scan could diagnose brain diseases in seconds
NCT ID NCT06390579
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
Researchers tested an artificial intelligence program that analyzes retinal images to diagnose several nerve and brain conditions, such as optic neuropathy and brain tumors. The study used data from 693 patients with confirmed diagnoses. The goal is to create a fast triage tool for healthcare providers, especially where specialists are scarce.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- deep learning algorithm
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this AI could help doctors quickly detect serious eye and brain conditions from a simple retinal photo, potentially speeding up treatment.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed study using existing images, not a live test. The algorithm may not work as well in real-world settings or on different patient groups.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hopital Fondation Adolphe de Rothschild
Paris, France, 75019, France
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