Clinical Trial

Validation of Artificial Intelligence-Based Facial Paralysis Assessment in Patients With Bell's Palsy

Study acronym: AI-FACE
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Summary
This observational study aims to assess the concurrent validity of an artificial intelligence (AI)-based facial paralysis assessment system in patients with unilateral Bell's palsy. Currently, clinical assessment relies on subjective scales like the Sunnybrook Facial Grading System, which can vary between different observers. This study will compare AI-generated composite asymmetry scores-derived from real-time computer vision analysis of facial landmarks-with scores from the Sunnybrook system. The goal is to determine if AI can provide a valid, objective method for monitoring facial nerve recovery.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07573358
Lead Sponsor Cairo University
Conditions Bell's Palsy, Facial Nerve Paralysis
Enrollment 63 participants
Start Date 2026-06-01
Primary Completion 2026-10-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-12-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-05-07