Researchers have developed a new AI system that predicts the risk of major cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks and strokes, with 97% accuracy. The system uses a type of artificial intelligence called a 1D-CNN to analyze patient data and a large language model to provide personalized recommendations. This technology was tested using electronic medical records from patients at a hospital in South Korea.
The AI system was very good at identifying patients at high risk, with perfect precision and recall for the highest risk group, and an F1-score of 0.98. It also performed well in providing recommendations that follow guidelines from the World Health Organization and the American Heart Association, scoring 5 out of 5 for guideline fidelity. It also scored 5 out of 5 for dietary and lifestyle guidance, and 4 out of 5 for clinical safety.
However, the system only scored 3 out of 5 for caution about over-the-counter (OTC) medications, meaning it might not always warn about potential risks. The study is a technical validation, not a clinical trial, so it's not yet clear how well it works in real-world settings. The researchers note that the AI is a decision-support tool, not a replacement for a doctor's judgment.
For now, this AI system shows promise in helping doctors predict cardiovascular risk and offer personalized advice. But more research is needed to confirm its benefits and to improve its safety recommendations. Patients should continue to rely on their healthcare providers for medical advice.