Using artificial intelligence to diagnose appendicitis in children
Part of Digestive system, Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether a teleconsultation-based scoring tool, powered by artificial intelligence, can help doctors accurately diagnose acute appendicitis in children with unexplained belly pain. If successful, it could reduce unnecessary surgeries and emergency visits.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child is between 3 and 16 years old
- Your child has belly pain that doctors cannot yet explain
- You and your child are covered by a social security or health insurance system
- You give written permission, and your child agrees to join the study if old enough
- Your child has not had their appendix removed before
- Your child does not have chronic or recurring belly pain caused by a known condition
- You and your child can understand French
- Your child has not had any lab tests or imaging (like ultrasound or CT scan) before coming to the emergency room
- Your child has not been in this study in the last 48 hours
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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