NHS in England given go-ahead for AI scans to help detect bone fractures

X-ray add-on at estimated £1 a scan aimed at reducing missed diagnoses in initial assessment

Millions of patients in England with suspected broken bones could have their X-rays checked with a £1 artificial intelligence scan to help NHS doctors avoid missing fractures.

Overlooked broken bones are among the most common mistakes made in A&E units and urgent care centres, with as many as 10% of fracture cases either not spotted at all by medical professionals or diagnosed late.