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New device created in Medellín will help speed up the treatment of leishmaniasis
In a joint effort between a group of researchers from the Metropolitan Technological Institute ITM, the University of Antioquia, the Pontifical Bolivarian University, and the company Kinetics Systems SAS, an innovative portable system has been developed to improve the quality of life for those suffering from cutaneous leishmaniasis, an infectious parasitic disease transmitted by the bite of small mosquitoes, which causes different reactions on the skin such as ulcers or nodules.
TL;DR
- A collaborative project between ITM, University of Antioquia, Pontifical Bolivarian University, and Kinetics Systems SAS developed a portable system for cutaneous leishmaniasis.
- The device uses special cameras and artificial intelligence to analyze skin wounds painlessly.
- It received two patents: one for invention and one for utility model.
- This non-invasive technology provides objective results independent of human skill, unlike current methods requiring incisions.
- It aims to improve early diagnosis and treatment efficacy, especially for leishmaniasis which is common in rural areas with limited healthcare access.
- The portable design allows for use in remote locations and can also track other skin conditions like cancer, ulcers, or chronic dermatitis.