AI Breakthrough in Canine Heart Disease Detection

A new algorithm developed by Cambridge researchers can detect heart murmurs in dogs with 90% accuracy, offering a vital tool for early diagnosis.

The AI algorithm, adapted from human heart sound data, accurately detects heart murmurs, a key indicator of mitral valve disease in dogs.
Mitral valve disease is the most prevalent heart condition in adult dogs, particularly affecting smaller and older breeds.
The algorithm's performance matches that of expert cardiologists, agreeing with their assessments in over half of the cases tested.
This tool could serve as an affordable screening method for veterinarians, potentially improving the quality of life for dogs through early diagnosis and treatment.
The research, published in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, highlights AI's potential to assist rather than replace veterinary professionals.