A new low-cost test to prevent cervical cancer using AI technology
Validation of a lab-free low-cost screening test for prevention of cervical cancer: automated visual evaluation
This study is testing a new AI system that looks at pictures of the cervix to help quickly check for cervical cancer, making it easier for women in places with fewer resources to get the care they need, and it will compare this new method to the usual ways of screening in a trial with 10,000 women in El Salvador.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dl Analytics, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (North Hollywood, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10920866 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an automated visual evaluation (AVE) system that uses artificial intelligence to analyze digital photographs of the cervix for cervical cancer screening. The AVE technology aims to provide quick diagnosis and treatment recommendations without the need for laboratory facilities, making it particularly beneficial in low- and middle-income countries. The project will compare the effectiveness of AVE against traditional screening methods, such as visual inspection with acetic acid and conventional cytology, in a clinical trial involving 10,000 patients in El Salvador.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women in low- and middle-income countries who are undergoing cervical cancer screening.
Not a fit: Patients who are not eligible for cervical cancer screening or those living in high-income countries may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve cervical cancer screening accessibility and accuracy, particularly in resource-limited settings.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using AI for medical diagnostics, indicating that this approach could be effective, though the specific application of AVE for cervical cancer screening is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
North Hollywood, UNITED STATES
- Dl Analytics, LLC — North Hollywood, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Levitz, David — Dl Analytics, LLC
- Study coordinator: Levitz, David
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.