Harnessing artificial intelligence microscopy to improve diagnostics for soil-transmitted helminthiasis and schistosomiasis: a review of recent advances and future pathways.

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      Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Country of Publication: United States NLM ID: 8809878 Publication Model: Print-Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1473-6527 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 09517375 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Curr Opin Infect Dis Subsets: MEDLINE
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      Publication: Hagerstown, Md. : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
      Original Publication: London, UK ; Philadelphia, PA : Gower Academic Journals, c1988-
    • Subject Terms:
      Schistosomiasis*/diagnosis ; Helminthiasis*/diagnosis ; Artificial Intelligence* ; Microscopy*/methods ; Soil*/parasitology; Humans ; Animals ; Neglected Diseases/diagnosis
    • Abstract:
      Purpose of Review: This opinion piece aims to explore the transformative potential of integrating artificial intelligence with digital microscopy to enhance diagnostics for soil-transmitted helminthiasis (STH) and schistosomiasis (SCH), two pervasive neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). By aligning innovative artificial intelligence-driven solutions with WHO's strategic objectives and calls for better, more accessible, and more integrated diagnostics, we highlight the latest advancements that may support improved health outcomes in affected communities.
      Recent Findings: The review covers recent advancements in artificial intelligence-based diagnostic technologies, emphasizing automated egg detection and quantification. These technologies promise to mitigate challenges such as human error and the need for skilled technicians.
      Summary: The findings have significant implications for public health, ethical considerations and regulatory pathways, particularly in resource-limited settings. The authors advocate for interdisciplinary collaboration and a strategic focus on meeting WHO target product profiles to ensure uptake, ultimately to support reaching WHO NTD targets.
      (Copyright © 2024 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc. All rights reserved.)
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    • Accession Number:
      0 (Soil)
    • Publication Date:
      Date Created: 20240807 Date Completed: 20240910 Latest Revision: 20240910
    • Publication Date:
      20240910
    • Accession Number:
      10.1097/QCO.0000000000001048
    • Accession Number:
      39110579