Face App Helps to Spot Rare Diseases

April 17, 2017

The Times of London 

“Doctors are using a smartphone app that can scan photos for the facial characteristics of more than 2,000 genetic syndromes within seconds. The Face2Gene app is being introduced at St Mary’s Hospital, Manchester, to help in the diagnosis of children with rare conditions. It was developed by a Boston-based team that includes the creators of the facial recognition software bought by Facebook.”

 

The article from The Times discusses how Face2Gene, a facial recognition app, is aiding in the expedite of diagnosis of rare disorders and diseases. Utilizing artificial intelligence, Face2Gene analyzes facial features from photographs to identify signs of various genetic disorders and syndromes. This innovative decision support tool assists healthcare professionals by providing quick and accurate preliminary diagnoses, particularly valuable in areas lacking genetic specialists. It highlights the app’s role in transforming genetic disorder diagnostics with over 200 conditions currently recognizable through its database. The platform’s vast database and collaborative network equip geneticists with extensive knowledge, enabling more accurate diagnoses in less time.