|
The Scottish Government has launched a new App that helps doctors diagnose the Cancer using information about its symptoms, signs and images in very early stage of the disease. The BBC has reported that the App has been Created at the University of the West of Scotland and available as a free download via Apple and Google app stores, which features a quick reference guide for health professionals.
As we Know that cancer is a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body. Not all tumors are cancerous; benign tumors do not spread to other parts of the body. Possible signs and symptoms include a new lump, abnormal bleeding, a prolonged cough, unexplained weight loss, and a change in bowel movements among others. While these symptoms may indicate cancer, they may also occur due to other issues and there are over 100 different known cancers that affect humans. Most cancers are initially recognized either because of the appearance of signs or symptoms or through screening but neither of these lead to a definitive diagnosis, and requires the examination of a tissue sample by a pathologist and people with suspected cancer are investigated with various medical tests that include blood tests, X-rays, CT scans, and endoscopy. Most people are distressed to learn that they have cancer and may become extremely anxious and depressed.
In lieu to overcome the above-said problem of initial detection of the cancerous cell, the new App has been made and launched. "This app, which has been developed in partnership with health professionals and patients, will make it easier and quicker for doctors, pharmacists and senior nurses to access information on referral for those suspected of having cancer," Scotland Health Secretary Shona Robison was quoted as saying. "Improving the number of patients diagnosed at an early stage will reduce premature deaths from cancer and have a positive effect on overall life expectancy," she added. "Mobile devices are becoming an integral part of GPs' (general practitioners') equipment and apps like this are part of the future of primary care and for GPs keeping knowledge up to date," said Dr. Douglas Rigg, a Glasgow-based GP who was involved in the development of the app.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the disease claims 14-Million lives globally and nearly 500,000 lives in India annually, which is expected to rise manifold in the next few years. The new App can be a major tool in the diagnosis of cancer and may turn out to be a real game changer in the controlling of disease.
Get latest and updated information about technology on our Google Plus Community Page.
 |
 |
 |
 |
