My Transformational Digital Medical Twin
⊲ MIT Technology Review ⊳
The development of digital twins for human organs has the potential to transform medical treatment according to this MIT Technology Review article. These computer models allow doctors to simulate surgeries and test treatments before applying them to patients. Heart models are currently the most advanced, with trials underway for conditions like atrial fibrillation. Researchers are also developing twins for other organs, aiming to create full-body digital replicas. This technology could revolutionise clinical trials, drug testing, and personalised medicine, potentially becoming a standard part of medical records within the next decade Ethical concerns include data privacy and patient autonomy, however.
