AI finds a hidden stress signal inside routine CT scans
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- Researchers have utilized a deep learning AI model to identify the first imaging-based biomarker of chronic stress, known as the Adrenal Volume Index, by analyzing adrenal gland volume in routine CT scans. This new metric shows a strong correlation with cortisol levels, allostatic load, perceived stress, and long-term cardiovascular outcomes, including the risk of heart failure.
- The discovery of the Adrenal Volume Index represents a significant advancement in understanding chronic stress and its physiological impacts, potentially leading to improved diagnostic tools and interventions for stress-related health issues.
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