Nat Commun July 2023 PMID 37419921

Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs.

Ayis Pyrros, Stephen M Borstelmann, Ramana Mantravadi, Zachary Zaiman, Kaesha Thomas, Brandon Price, Eugene Greenstein, Nasir Siddiqui, Melinda Willis, Ihar Shulhan, John Hines-Shah, Jeanne M Horowitz, Paul Nikolaidis, Matthew P Lungren, Jorge Mario Rodríguez-Fernández

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What people are saying

Discussions around the article reflect positive reception, emphasizing the innovative use of deep learning on chest radiographs to detect diabetes, as seen in comments mentioning AI's potential for 'early detection' and 'revolutionizing screening.' Words like 'amazing,' 'game-changer,' and references to the study’s methodology demonstrate enthusiasm and recognition of its potential impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions are positive about the potential of deep learning for early diabetes detection, with many expressing excitement about the study’s findings and implications.

InterestHigh interest

There is high interest, evidenced by enthusiasm for AI techniques and their application in medical imaging, highlighted by phrases like 'Amazing how deep learning can raise suspicion' and 'revolutionizing screening and preventive care.'

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts show active participation through sharing insights, commenting on the methodology, and referencing related concepts, indicating a moderate level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the research could significantly impact diabetic screening practices, with comments about AI 'revolutionizing' diagnosis and linking models to real-world improvements.

Abstract in brief

  • The study developed a deep learning model that combines chest X-ray images and electronic health records to detect type 2 diabetes, achieving good accuracy in both initial and external tests.
  • The model successfully identified suspicious T2D cases from chest X-rays, with an ROC AUC of 0.84 in the initial dataset and 0.77 in external validation, indicating it can be useful for opportunistic screening.
  • Explainable AI techniques showed links between fat-related measures on X-rays and T2D risk, suggesting that chest radiographs could be a valuable tool for early diabetes detection.]

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IMCrit
@IM_Crit_ · X

I remember when we were looking at chest X-rays and jokingly pretending that we could tell if the patient is diabetic. Who could tell? Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs | Nature Communications https://t.co/5kanheOgEL

Jul 17, 2023 · 40 likes · 7 shares · 57,843 followers View post →
Ayis Pyrros, MD
@AyisPyrros · X

Our new study in Nature Communications addresses the surging issue of type 2 diabetes. We've found BMI unreliable, but AI-identified adiposity measures promise more accurate T2D prediction, possibly revolutionizing screening and preventive care. See how: https://t.co/BzUQu2xyUO

Jul 9, 2023 · 13 likes · 4 shares · 206 followers View post →
Ash Paul
@pash22 · X

Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs https://t.co/qTKvDZI2Sw via @AyisPyrros et al Any comments @RogueRad @DrHughHarvey ?

Jul 13, 2023 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 32,258 followers View post →
Brian Layden, MD, PhD
@brian_layden · X

https://t.co/HeCulzEZcU Great to be part of this paper from Dr Pyrros. https://t.co/z2jeg6iI0l. @Diabetes_UIC

Jul 8, 2023 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 158 followers View post →
Northwestern Radiology
@NURadiology · X

Amazing how deep learning can raise suspicion for diabetes from chest radiographs! Learn how in this article https://t.co/gFBdie2WEk from @Ayis Pyrros and team, with @Jeanne_Horowitz and @NikolaidisMD #WorldDiabetesAwarenessDay #DiabetesAwarenessMonth

Nov 14, 2023 · 2 likes · 4,225 followers View post →
Adipose Papers
@adipose_papers · X

Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs https://t.co/MOFKOzg5MS https://t.co/Di4X15B90o

Jul 8, 2023 · 1 like · 2,444 followers View post →

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Rubin Pillay
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Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs https://t.co/N48FWfz0Hr

Apr 1, 2024 · 1 like · 532 followers View post →
Northwestern Radiology
@NURadiology · X

Amazing how deep learning can raise suspicion for diabetes from chest radiographs! Learn how in this article https://t.co/gFBdie2WEk from @Ayis Pyrros and team, with @Jeanne_Horowitz and @NikolaidisMD #WorldDiabetesAwarenessDay #DiabetesAwarenessMonth

Nov 14, 2023 · 2 likes · 4,225 followers View post →
Deep_In_Depth
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Jul 23, 2023 · 14,555 followers View post →
IMCrit
@IM_Crit_ · X

RT @IM_Crit_: I remember when we were looking at chest X-rays and jokingly pretending that we could tell if the patient is diabetic. Who co…

Jul 22, 2023 · 7 shares · 57,843 followers View post →
Marcus Peck
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RT @IM_Crit_: I remember when we were looking at chest X-rays and jokingly pretending that we could tell if the patient is diabetic. Who co…

Jul 20, 2023 · 7 shares · 3,178 followers View post →
Dr. Shay
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RT @IM_Crit_: I remember when we were looking at chest X-rays and jokingly pretending that we could tell if the patient is diabetic. Who co…

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Nikhil Vasudeva
@DrNikhilvasudev · X

RT @IM_Crit_: I remember when we were looking at chest X-rays and jokingly pretending that we could tell if the patient is diabetic. Who co…

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Breadcrumbs
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RT @IM_Crit_: I remember when we were looking at chest X-rays and jokingly pretending that we could tell if the patient is diabetic. Who co…

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Nick Mark MD
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RT @IM_Crit_: I remember when we were looking at chest X-rays and jokingly pretending that we could tell if the patient is diabetic. Who co…

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Syed Shahrul Naz
@drshahrul80 · X

RT @IM_Crit_: I remember when we were looking at chest X-rays and jokingly pretending that we could tell if the patient is diabetic. Who co…

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@IM_Crit_
@imcrit.bsky.social · Bluesky

I remember when we were looking at chest X-rays and jokingly pretending that we could tell if the patient is diabetic. Who could tell? Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs | Nature Communications...

Jul 17, 2023 · 1 share View post →
IMCrit
@IM_Crit_ · X

I remember when we were looking at chest X-rays and jokingly pretending that we could tell if the patient is diabetic. Who could tell? Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs | Nature Communications https://t.co/5kanheOgEL

Jul 17, 2023 · 40 likes · 7 shares · 57,843 followers View post →
April♥️
@HanBing2311 · X

Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs | Nature Communications 利用胸片CXRs的深度学习对2型糖尿病进行筛查, 这是基于视觉AI大模型的影像分析, 可以筛查出医学专家人眼看不到的问题。 https://t.co/F4fCLOGb5e

Jul 13, 2023 · 82 followers View post →
Giuseppe Biondi-Zoccai
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RT @pash22: Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs https://t.co/qTKvDZI2Sw via @Ayis…

Jul 13, 2023 · 2 shares · 12,120 followers View post →
Heather McEwen
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RT @pash22: Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs https://t.co/qTKvDZI2Sw via @Ayis…

Jul 13, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,406 followers View post →
Ash Paul
@pash22 · X

Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs https://t.co/qTKvDZI2Sw via @AyisPyrros et al Any comments @RogueRad @DrHughHarvey ?

Jul 13, 2023 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 32,258 followers View post →
Ken Gusler
@kgusler · X

Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs - https://t.co/wbnkM6oZi6

Jul 12, 2023 · 20,036 followers View post →
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RT @ritters90: Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs | Nature Communications https:…

Jul 11, 2023 · 1 share · 133 followers View post →
Dr. Pedro Luis -Longevidad
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Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs | Nature Communications https://t.co/jRdQTZHpD7

Jul 11, 2023 · 1,065 followers View post →
Ritesh Patel
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Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs | Nature Communications https://t.co/WAqW8jq7ku

Jul 11, 2023 · 1 share · 8,697 followers View post →
UIC Research
@UIC_OVCR · X

RT @brian_layden: https://t.co/HeCulzEZcU Great to be part of this paper from Dr Pyrros. https://t.co/z2jeg6iI0l. @Diabetes_UIC

Jul 10, 2023 · 2 shares · 734 followers View post →
YK@Labrum&Meniscus
@YKaakaji · X

RT @AyisPyrros: Our new study in Nature Communications addresses the surging issue of type 2 diabetes. We've found BMI unreliable, but AI-i…

Jul 9, 2023 · 4 shares · 88 followers View post →
Matthew Lungren MD MPH
@mattlungrenMD · X

RT @AyisPyrros: Our new study in Nature Communications addresses the surging issue of type 2 diabetes. We've found BMI unreliable, but AI-i…

Jul 9, 2023 · 4 shares · 7,328 followers View post →
Ayis Pyrros, MD
@AyisPyrros · X

Our new study in Nature Communications addresses the surging issue of type 2 diabetes. We've found BMI unreliable, but AI-identified adiposity measures promise more accurate T2D prediction, possibly revolutionizing screening and preventive care. See how: https://t.co/BzUQu2xyUO

Jul 9, 2023 · 13 likes · 4 shares · 206 followers View post →
Medha Priyadarshini
@Medha_0909 · X

RT @brian_layden: https://t.co/HeCulzEZcU Great to be part of this paper from Dr Pyrros. https://t.co/z2jeg6iI0l. @Diabetes_UIC

Jul 8, 2023 · 2 shares · 46 followers View post →
Adipose Papers
@adipose_papers · X

Opportunistic detection of type 2 diabetes using deep learning from frontal chest radiographs https://t.co/MOFKOzg5MS https://t.co/Di4X15B90o

Jul 8, 2023 · 1 like · 2,444 followers View post →
Brian Layden, MD, PhD
@brian_layden · X

https://t.co/HeCulzEZcU Great to be part of this paper from Dr Pyrros. https://t.co/z2jeg6iI0l. @Diabetes_UIC

Jul 8, 2023 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 158 followers View post →
Ayis Pyrros, MD
@AyisPyrros · X

@mattlungrenMD https://t.co/aQMBaMHR1t This video gives a nice summary of how we think this model works. Much akin to the principles of real estate, location is paramount; the area where fat is deposited in the body significantly influences the risk.

Jul 7, 2023 · 206 followers View post →