Using AI to Estimate Children's Height from Images
A Study to Collect Data to Build Artificial INtelligence Derived Algorithms For Estimating Height and Weight in childRen (INFER)
Danone Asia Pacific Holdings Pte, Ltd. · NCT06578338
This study is testing a new AI tool that uses pictures to estimate how tall children aged 2 to 6 are, to see if it works well compared to actual height measurements.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 24 Months to 6 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Danone Asia Pacific Holdings Pte, Ltd. (industry) |
| Locations | 1 site (Singapore) |
| Trial ID | NCT06578338 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study explores the effectiveness of a Height Artificial Intelligence (HAI) algorithm designed to estimate children's height using images taken by parents or healthcare professionals. Participants will include children aged 2 to 6 years, and their height will be measured physically alongside the image data collected. The study aims to evaluate the algorithm's accuracy and gather feedback on user experience to identify areas for improvement. Data collection will focus on both the algorithm's performance and the acceptance of this technology in a real-world setting.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged between 24 months and 6 years whose parents can use a smartphone or tablet to participate.
Not a fit: Children who cannot stand upright or cooperate with height measurements will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a convenient and accurate method for monitoring children's growth, potentially improving early detection of growth-related issues.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of AI in healthcare is growing, this specific application of estimating height through images is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged above 24 months old and below 6 years old. * Parent(s) should have access to the internet and a smartphone or table to complete study questionnaires, take images and upload images. * Parent(s) should be able to comprehend the content of the study and complete the study questionnaires in English. * Written consent from parents and/or legally acceptable representative Exclusion Criteria: * Children who are unable to stand upright against a wall * Children who are unable to cooperate with standing height measurement
Where this trial is running
Singapore
- KK Women's and Children's Hospital — Singapore, Singapore (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Fabian Yap, MBBS — KK Women's and Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Muhammad Nabeel Eusoff, BSc
- Email: muhammad-nabeel.eusoff@danone.com
- Phone: 91293006
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Growth, Stunting, Nutritional, Height, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithm