Article | Feb 13, 2024

 

 

Us2.ai echocardiographic analysis led to a 70% reduction in measurement and report creation time compared to manual methods, as published in the Journal of Echocardiography.

Key Findings

  • AI reduced measurement time from 325s to 159s and report creation time from 429s to 71s versus manual methods, delivering an overall 70% reduction in combined measurement and reporting time (p < 0.01 for both).
  • The software demonstrated near-100% recognition and measurement capability across the majority of echocardiographic parameters, with zero manual clicks required.
  • Results were consistent across 23 consecutive patients with varying image quality and medical conditions, supporting feasibility in a real-world clinical setting.
  • In cases with fair or poor image quality, AI required more corrections, indicating that image quality remains a relevant factor for optimal automated performance.

 

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Hirata, Y., Nomura, Y., Saijo, Y., Sata, M., & Kusunose, K. (2024). Reducing echocardiographic examination time through routine use of fully automated software: a comparative study of measurement and report creation time. Journal of Echocardiography. 22, 162-170. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12574-023-00636-6