Share this Story : In a world-first, CHEO researchers use AI to find children with undiagnosed rare diseases Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Breadcrumb Trail Links Local News In a world-first, CHEO researchers use AI to find children with undiagnosed rare diseases The algorithm works by scanning the hospital’s electronic health records. It helps identify children and youth who have a higher chance of having a rare genetic disorder. Get the latest from Elizabeth Payne straight to your inbox Sign Up Author of the article: Elizabeth Payne Published May 23, 2024 • Last updated 0 minutes ago • 4 minute read Join the conversation You can save this article by registering for free here .
Or sign-in if you have an account. Dr. Kym Boycott, senior scientist at the CHEO Research Institute and chief of genetics at CHEO, calls the ThinkRare algorithm a game-changer 'because it means we can help families find answers and get the care and support they need sooner.
' Photo by Jean Levac / Postmedia Article content Georges Wistaff calls CHEO his family’s second home. They have made more than 100 trips there over the last decade, mostly because of health issues involving their 10-year-old son, Antony. Antony was born prematurely and underwent emergency surgery soon after.
That was the start of a medical odyssey for the Ottawa boy and his family that has meant multiple assessments and treatments for physical, neurological and developmental issues over the years. Advert.
