AI tool aims to unmask genetic diseases in kids faster
NCT ID NCT06744543
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a computer program called SIGHT that uses information already in a child's medical records to predict if they might have an undiagnosed genetic disease. Researchers will randomly assign 1,000 children visiting their pediatrician to either have their doctor receive a SIGHT alert or not. The goal is to see if the tool helps doctors order genetic tests sooner and find more diagnoses.
What this could mean
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Active substance
SIGHT prediction model (software tool)
What this could lead to
If successful, this tool could help doctors spot children with hidden genetic diseases earlier, leading to faster diagnosis and better care.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage study testing a prediction model, not a treatment. The tool may not work as expected or may not be adopted widely.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Vanderbilt University Medical
Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States