AI-Enabled Cardiac Imaging Revolutionizes Precision Angioplasty
The Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) in Lucknow has introduced a cutting-edge AI-powered intravascular optical coherence tomography (OCT) system into its cardiology practice Why It Matters Traditional angioplasty relies on manual interpretation of plaque images—a time-consuming and sometimes subjective process. The new AI-OCT system automates detection and analysis of arterial plaques in real-time, enabling cardiologists to optimize stent placement and tailoring treatment to plaque morphology. First Clinical Successes Already benefiting 15 patients, the system offers high-resolution 3D imaging with enhanced evaluation of coronary flow and plaque composition. Early reports emphasize clear advantages in accuracy, decision-making speed, and overall patient outcomes. Expert Insight SGPGIMS Director, Prof. R.K. Dhiman, emphasized the system’s potential to drastically improve outcomes for Indian patients, who often experience pr...