Wired
There’s a Fatty Liver Epidemic. AI Could Help Get Ahead of It
Thursday, August 13, 2026
More than a billion people worldwide have livers with excess fat, a condition that can progress to cirrhosis and liver failure. Researchers are developing artificial intelligence tools to detect the condition earlier than current methods allow. The detection systems aim to identify patients who could benefit from lifestyle changes or medical intervention before severe liver damage occurs.
Original reporting: https://www.wired.com/story/fatty-liver-disease-ai-detection-cancer/
