New Delhi: The use of artificial intelligence, or AI, is rapidly increasing to improve the detection and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. At a BRICS-related programme held in New Delhi, India's health-tech sector showcased an AI-based cardiac care platform. The technology aims to make the screening of heart diseases, risk identification and patient monitoring faster and more effective.

AI-based healthcare technology can analyse medical data and test reports related to patients and assist doctors in identifying potential signs of disease. Early detection is considered particularly important in cases of heart disease, as identifying a condition on time can help in starting treatment.

The showcased platform can be used to analyse data related to cardiac care and monitor patients' conditions. Its objective is not to replace doctors but to provide them with additional technological assistance in decision-making.

The programme also emphasised that data security, patient privacy and medical expert supervision are necessary for the large-scale use of digital health technology. It will remain important to use results generated by AI alongside the expert opinion of doctors.

Considering the health challenges associated with heart diseases in India, the possibilities of incorporating AI-based technology into healthcare services are increasing. If such technologies are implemented safely and scientifically, they could also help improve access to early screening and specialist medical assistance in remote areas.

The technological development taking place around AI-based cardiac care is being seen as an important step towards digital transformation in the healthcare sector.