Disc Diffusion Reader: an AI-powered potential solution to combat antibiotic resistance in developing countries.
Journal:
Journal of infection in developing countries
Published Date:
May 31, 2025
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health challenge, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) is vital for guiding treatment. Although widely used, the Kirby-Bauer method depends on skilled interpretation, which can be time-intensive and error-prone. This study explored the potential of an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven progressive web app (PWA) to automate the analysis of Kirby-Bauer test images, thereby enhancing accuracy and efficiency.