Don't be afraid of spiritual possession! Beirong has launched the world's first smart brain imaging platform to help patients with schizophrenia.

In Taiwan, when many people experience auditory hallucinations or delusions, they often instinctively think of "being haunted" or "being possessed." Many choose to go to temples to dispel their fears but may overlook the fact that these strange conditions may actually conceal the symptoms of schizophrenia (. In response to this often delayed mental illness issue, the Taipei Veterans General Hospital's Department of Psychiatry has a breakeven solution! The hospital has successfully developed the world's first "Intelligent Brain Imaging Platform," combining AI and magnetic resonance imaging, providing an objective and highly accurate diagnostic tool, which is said to have an accuracy rate of up to 91.7%, marking a significant breakthrough in the field of psychiatric medical science.

AI Smart Brain Imaging platform breaks through the limitations of traditional subjective diagnosis.

The diagnosis of schizophrenia (commonly known as mental illness) in the past relied heavily on clinical observation and interviews, which were easily influenced by subjective factors, making it difficult to comprehensively understand the patient's condition and brain changes. A research and development team led by Professor Yang Zhijie from the Department of Psychiatry at Taipei Veterans General Hospital utilized over 1,500 local clinical cases of MRI data and combined it with AI deep learning algorithms to construct an "intelligent brain imaging platform." This platform not only accurately identifies abnormal areas in the brain but also features three-dimensional visualization capabilities, assisting doctors, patients, and their families to clearly understand the condition.

AI scans for brain abnormalities and immediately initiates treatment to help patients restore normal life.

The AI smart brain imaging platform has been practically applied in clinical diagnosis. A patient surnamed Zhang in his 30s has long been troubled by auditory hallucinations and persecutory delusions, severely affecting his work and life. Through scanning on the platform, significant abnormalities were found in his insula and temporal lobe areas, allowing for a rapid confirmation of schizophrenia and the initiation of treatment. The patient is now stable, on medication, and has returned to a normal life.

Professor Yang Zhijie pointed out that this technology not only allows for real-time analysis of brain images, but also tracks the progression of brain degeneration, providing guiding principles for future non-invasive neuroregulatory treatments, such as transcranial magnetic stimulation. This is an important milestone in the field of psychiatric medical science.

AI combines with traditional medical centers to assist in communication with patients.

To strengthen applications, the "Smart Brain Imaging Platform" has officially been introduced to the newly established "Mental Health and Intelligent Innovative Therapy Zone" at Taipei Veterans General Hospital. This area adopts an appointment-based service, where a professional team reviews brain imaging results together with patients and their families, enhancing awareness of the condition and treatment adherence, transforming the previous model that relied solely on consultations, and achieving a mental health care approach that is "visible and clearly articulated."

Beirong won the award and obtained international patent protection.

This innovative technology has won the Ministry of Science and Technology's Future Technology Breakthrough Award, the National Innovation Award from the National Development Council, the Haoxiang Technology Invention Award, the Outstanding Medical Award from the Medical Development Council, and the Edison Award in the United States. It has also obtained patents in multiple countries including Taiwan, the United States, and PCT, showcasing its innovation and global application potential. Wang Shujun, the vice president of Taipei Veterans General Hospital, stated that the "Smart Brain Imaging Platform" is developed independently by the hospital, bringing innovation to mental healthcare in Taiwan and demonstrating high competitiveness internationally.

Dr. Bai Yamei, director of the Department of Psychiatry, emphasized that this platform is not only a new tool for diagnosing mental illnesses but also establishes a new foundation for personalized treatment, advancing psychiatry towards a more scientific new era.

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