Computers 'spot Alzheimer's fast' (BBC)

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Computers can diagnose Alzheimer's disease faster and more accurately than experts, research suggests.

University College London researchers say their work may help ensure patients are diagnosed earlier, increasing the chances of effective treatment.

Their study, published in the journal Brain, found computers can identify brain damage caused by Alzheimer's with an accuracy as high as 96%.

At present a definitive diagnosis is usually only possible after death.
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The new method works by teaching a standard computer the differences between brain scans from patients with proven Alzheimer's, and people with no signs of the disease.
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more: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/7258379.stm

[gateley]

1. K&R - want as many people as possible to see this encouraging report. Thanks! nt

[Donkeykick]

2. I enjoy reading about good news like this.

Thanks! :toast:

[williesgirl]

3. As long as employers and insurance companies can't see them. If not, we're fucked.