Bone age estimation with BoneXpert Software

Max Healthcare Offers Automated Bone Age Estimation with BoneXpert Software

Welcome to Max Healthcare, where we believe in delivering the best healthcare services to our patients. We are proud to offer the latest technology in bone age estimation - BoneXpert.

BoneXpert is an automated software that provides an accurate and quick analysis of bone age estimation. We have been successfully using BoneXpert since 2017 in two of our hubs and are in the process of expanding its installation in some other hubs too. With BoneXpert, the analysis is done as quickly as 30 seconds, which saves time and reduces human error.

Bone age is the skeletal and biological maturity indicator and is different from chronological age. It is commonly performed in children and young populations in the field of sports to prevent participation in the incorrect age group. It is also used to assess age in subjects with endocrinological disorders and in planning the type (surgery and/or bracing) and timing of treatment by orthodontists.

Bone age on a radiograph of the hand was previously determined manually, but with the development of deep learning software, an automated calculation is possible. The use of automated software provides a precise age estimation instead of a range, which makes it consistent for both radiologists and treating doctors. This feature also eliminates uncertainties to a considerable extent, especially in situations involving age-related decisions in medico-legal cases.

BoneXpert also has several advantages, including ease of follow-up in endocrinological disorders in children and age verification of sportspersons by sports bodies across the globe for participation in correct age group categories.

In addition, BoneXpert can be used as an alternative method for bone age estimation alongside Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the wrist. MRI is considered to be more accurate than a radiograph in assessing the actual fusion of the epiphyseal plate in the bones. There is a grading system that identifies skeletal maturity by growth plate fusion in all MRI slices.

At Max Healthcare, we understand the importance of accurate bone age estimation, and we believe BoneXpert can have a significant impact on treatment efficiency. The follow-up X-rays are mostly done for the endocrinological assessment of an individual. In such cases, the expected/unexpected interval change in the bone age could assess the response to treatment and also make future decisions by the treating doctor easier.

If you're looking for accurate and reliable bone age estimation, look no further than BoneXpert at Max Healthcare. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.