July 31, 2026 · American journal of obstetrics & gynecology MFM · DOI: 10.1016/j.ajogmf.2026.102079

Artificial Intelligence Based Ultrasound Screening for Antenatal Detection of Placenta Accreta Spectrum

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The authors aimed to determine whether a novel artificial intelligence model could effectively predict Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS) using 2D placental ultrasound images. Their study found that the AI model achieved an accuracy of 88%, with 100% sensitivity and 75% specificity, indicating its potential as a reliable screening tool for early diagnosis of PAS. The results suggest that this AI approach could improve antenatal detection rates, which currently remain low.

Alexandra L Hammerquist, Hendrik A Lombaard, Sanmay Sarada, Yamely H Mendez Martinez, Christina C Reed, Enrico R Barrozo, Jessian L Munoz, Wesley Lee, Amir A Shamshirsaz, Michael A Belfort, Michael D Jochum

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