FRACTURE DETECTION

Jun 16 2026HEALTH

Catching hidden bone breaks in toddlers: Can AI lend a hand?

Doctors often struggle to spot tiny cracks in a toddler’s shinbone—especially when abuse might be involved. These hairline fractures don’t always show up on X-rays, yet they can change how a child is treated or protected. A fresh look at AI-powered tools tried to see if they could pick out these fai

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