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AI Detects Undetectable Breast Cancer
AI software successfully detected breast cancer in a woman who initially received a 'clear' mammogram, highlighting AI's potential to improve cancer detection.
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University Hospitals Sussex Nhs Foundation TrustWest Sussex Breast Screening Programme
Sheila ToothMark NormanDr Olga Strukowska
- What was Sheila Tooth's reaction to the AI's role in detecting her cancer?
- Sheila Tooth, the patient whose cancer was detected by AI, expressed deep gratitude for the early detection, emphasizing the AI's ability to find what human eyes might miss. She believes this early detection may have prevented her cancer from becoming more invasive.
- What are the next steps for UHSussex regarding AI-assisted breast cancer screening?
- UHSussex, where the AI screening took place, plans to participate in a national randomized controlled trial to further evaluate the AI's effectiveness in breast cancer detection.
- How did artificial intelligence contribute to Sheila Tooth's breast cancer diagnosis?
- AI software detected Sheila Tooth's breast cancer after a routine mammogram initially gave her the all-clear. The cancerous cells were nearly undetectable by human readers, highlighting the AI's ability to identify subtle anomalies.
- How many mammograms were reviewed by the AI software in the project, and what were the results?
- The AI reviewed over 12,000 mammograms deemed 'normal' and flagged nearly 10% for re-examination. This resulted in the identification of five cases of previously undetected breast cancer among 11 women who underwent further investigation.
- What is the significance of the AI-assisted breast cancer screening according to Dr. Olga Strukowska?
- Dr. Olga Strukowska, a consultant radiologist, described the AI's improved accuracy and reduced missed cancers as 'exciting.' The technology empowers screening services to deliver more confident and timely results.