AI Identifies New Multiple Sclerosis Subtypes from Brain Scans
In MS, the central nervous system is attacked, damaging the myelin covers of nerve cells. [© iceteastock - Fotolia.com]
April 8, 2021
Scientists at University College London (UCL) have used artificial intelligence (AI) to identify three new multiple sclerosis (MS) subtypes from brain MRI scans. The researchers say the findings will help to identify those individuals with MS who are more likely to have disease progression, and could aid in more effective treatment targeting. Arman Eshaghi, MD, PhD, at UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology, explained, “Currently MS is classified broadly into progressive and relapsing groups, which are based on patient symptoms; it does not directly rely on the underlying biology of the disease, and therefore cannot assist doctors in choosing the right treatment for the right patients. Here, we used artificial intelligence and asked the question: can AI find MS subtypes that follow a
UCL scientists use AI to identify three new multiple sclerosis subtypes
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New multiple sclerosis subtypes identified using artificial intelligence
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