Blurry Vision Led to Diabetes Discovery: How AI Tool Saved a Life
A 42-year-old from Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, discovered he had diabetic retinopathy after blurry vision prompted an AIIMS screening. The AI tool caught the condition early, saving his vision from permanent damage.
Blurry Vision, Hidden Diabetes
Ramnath Prajapati ignored blurry night vision. A routine AIIMS screening revealed diabetic retinopathy, a condition that can cause blindness if untreated.
Early detection can prevent vision loss. AI tools allow doctors to spot signs before significant damage occurs.
The AI tool is being used across multiple health centers to screen for diabetic retinopathy. It helps reach underserved areas and addresses the shortage of specialists by providing fast, accurate diagnoses in rural and remote communities.
How AI Learns
The tool is trained on 10,000 images, enabling it to detect diabetic retinopathy with 95% accuracy.
Early diagnosis with AI helps people like Ramnath avoid severe consequences and maintain their health.