Jaslok Hospital Deploys AI for Proactive Heart Disease Prevention
Pioneering technology aims to shift cardiac care towards early detection
Mumbai: Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre is revolutionizing cardiac care with the introduction of an AI-driven platform designed for the early prevention of heart disease. This marks a significant shift from traditional reactive treatment to proactive, technology-assisted health management.
AnginaX AI: India’s First Licensed Cardiology Assistant
The hospital has partnered with AnginaX AI, identified as India’s inaugural licensed AI Doctor Assistant specializing in cardiology. This collaboration is set to transform outpatient department (OPD) services by enabling rapid, evidence-based cardiovascular risk assessments.
Swift Risk Analysis for Early Intervention
The AnginaX AI system provides comprehensive cardiovascular risk assessments in mere seconds. Its capability to detect potential risks before the onset of symptoms allows for personalized lifestyle adjustments and timely treatment recommendations.
The AI analyzes a wide array of indicators, including lipid profiles, blood sugar levels, inflammatory markers, metabolic health, family history, and lifestyle habits. It then generates a detailed clinical summary, categorizing individual risk and suggesting appropriate investigations and management strategies.
Addressing Accessibility in Cardiac Diagnosis
This initiative seeks to overcome common hurdles in early cardiac diagnosis, such as high costs and patient reluctance. By offering an efficient and accessible assessment tool at the OPD level, Jaslok Hospital aims to make preventative cardiac care more widespread.
Under the leadership of **Dr. Ashwin B. Mehta**, Jaslok Hospital has also launched the “Dil Fit, Life Hit” program. This initiative integrates structured heart disease prevention protocols into the hospital’s routine outpatient care, fostering a culture of proactive health management.
The global burden of cardiovascular diseases remains significant, with experts highlighting the critical need for early intervention. For instance, data from the World Health Organization indicates that cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death globally, accounting for an estimated 17.9 million deaths each year (WHO).