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Ahmed Abo Alsaad
Background
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a critical health issue characterized by the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart. Atherosclerosis, the buildup of plaque within the artery walls, is the primary cause of CAD. This plaque can reduce blood flow to the heart muscle, leading to angina or, in severe cases, a heart attack.
Existing diagnostic methods for CAD often rely on qualitative assessments, which can be subjective and prone to errors. To address this limitation, our research aims to develop a more accurate and quantitative approach for diagnosing stenotic lesions in coronary arteries. By combining advanced imaging techniques, computational fluid dynamics, and artificial intelligence, we seek to revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of CAD.
Impact
Objective: To revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease (CAD) by developing an accurate and quantitative method for assessing stenotic lesions.
Expected Impact:
Improved patient outcomes: Our research aims to significantly enhance the accuracy and reliability of CAD diagnosis, leading to more effective and personalized treatment plans. This, in turn, will improve patient outcomes by reducing the risk of heart attacks and other complications.
Enhanced clinical decision-making: The proposed diagnostic method will provide clinicians with a quantitative assessment of stenosis severity, enabling them to make more informed decisions regarding treatment options and interventions.
Advancements in medical technology: The development of AI-driven diagnostic software and computational models represents a significant advancement in medical technology. These tools have the potential to transform the way CAD is diagnosed and treated in the future.
Reduced healthcare costs: By improving the accuracy of CAD diagnosis, our research can help to reduce unnecessary procedures and treatments, ultimately leading to lower healthcare costs.
Improved quality of life: Accurate and timely diagnosis of CAD can help to improve the quality of life for patients by reducing symptoms and preventing complications.
Potential Applications:
Clinical practice: The developed diagnostic method can be integrated into routine clinical practice to improve the accuracy and efficiency of CAD diagnosis.
Research: Our research can contribute to a deeper understanding of the pathophysiology of CAD and inform future research efforts in this area.
Medical device development: The findings from this study may lead to the development of new medical devices and technologies for the diagnosis and treatment of CAD.