Researchers have developed an app that may detect retinoblastoma, which is a form of pediatric eye cancer. The name of the app is CRADLE. It works by looking for traces of white eye, which is also known as leukocoria. This is a symptom of eye cancer.
The app is free to download. There is a study that was published in a journal called Science Advances. The study showed that the app is effective for screening for eye cancer. Bryan F. Shaw is a professor who works at Baylor University. He stated that the app is not only effective for diagnosing eye cancer, but it can also diagnose refractive errors and cataracts.
The study showed that the app was able to detect about 80 percent of eye cancers. CRADLE works by analyzing photos. It can detect slight changes in eye color. Bryan knows about retinoblastoma because his son has this condition. He has been able to use the app to detect changes that are not visible with the naked eye.
Both parents and eye doctors have given the CRADLE app rave reviews. One optometrist stated that it is important to note that this app will not replace an eye doctor. However, it is effective for diagnosing eye cancer. He also stated that this app may save your child’s life. Additionally, he stated that this app is not a replacement for an eye exam.
If eye cancer is detected early, then it will be easier to treat. A child is also much more likely to survive if the condition is treated early. Chemotherapy is one of the treatments that is available for eye cancer. It works by destroying the cancerous cells. Cryotherapy is another treatment that can be used. It works by using liquid nitrogen to freeze and kill the cancerous cells.
