Researchers have used existing data to develop a machine-learning model that accurately predicts stroke and may make diagnosis easier.

More information: Jacob P. Scioscia et al, Machine Learning Assisted Stroke Prediction in Mechanical Circulatory Support: Predictive Role of Systemic Mitochondrial Dysfunction, ASAIO Journal (2024).

What is deep learning? Deep learning is machine learning on steroids: it uses a technique that gives machines an enhanced ability to find—and amplify—even the smallest patterns.

Stroke risk prediction tools are meant to guide how doctors approach a potentially deadly condition. But a new analysis finds several work less well for Black patients.

To clear things up, I drew you this flowchart on the back of an envelope so you can work out whether something is using AI or not. This originally appeared in our AI newsletter The Algorithm.