Niramai Health Analytix Private Limited.

CURRENT IMPACT

Geographical Focus
  • Punjab, Karnataka, Maharashtra
Potential Impact
  • Reach

    300

    health facilities in 80 blocks
  • Diagnose

    ~50

    women per day per center
  • Cumulatively screen

    50,000

    women
  • Reduce out-of-pocket Expense

Samridh support

SAMRIDH is supporting Niramai Health Analytics with a recoverable grant to screen over 50,000 women for breast cancer across 300 health facilities to be covered in 80 blocks in one or more states. This initiative enables non-invasive, early-stage detection and includes patient navigation for further diagnostics and treatment. Niramai will hire personnel to perform Thermalytix-based screening, ensure efficient operations, quality care, and effective monitoring. This collaboration aims to improve breast cancer detection and treatment, enhancing healthcare outcomes for rural women. SAMRIDH’s support will leverage approximately 27 times the committed funds

192,000

Breast cancer cases are reported in India annually [1]

28.2%

Of all reported female cancers in India are breast cancer cases [2]

29%

Of breast cancer cases in India are diagnosed in stage 1 & 2 [3]

64-90%

Sensitivity and 82 to 93% specificity are observed in mammography examinations.[4]

Globally, breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women, often diagnosed at advanced stages when treatment is less effective and more expensive. In India, approximately half of breast cancer patients succumb to the disease within two to five years of diagnosis. Traditional mammography-based screening is not well-suited for developing countries due to its high costs, requirement for skilled operators, lack of portability, and patient discomfort. Furthermore, there is a dearth of effective screening methods for women under 45, who constitute a significant proportion of breast cancer cases in India. Privacy concerns also hinder screening uptake, leading to delayed diagnoses. To improve early detection, reduce mortality rates, and enhance overall outcomes, an affordable, accessible, and automated breast cancer screening solution is urgently required.

[1] Global Cancer Observatory, J Ferlay, M Ervik, F Lam, M Laversanne, M Colombet, L Mery, et al. 2024. “ Statistics at a glance, 2022. ” Global Cancer Observatory: Cancer Today. International Agency for Research on Cancer.

[2]2024c. “ Breast cancer survival in India across 11 geographic areas under the National Cancer Registry Programme. ” American Cancer Society, January.

[3] ET HealthWorld. 2022. “ Early diagnosis of Breast Cancer improves survival rate.” ETHealthworld.com, November 3, 2022.

[4]Mehrotra, Ravi, and Kavita Yadav. 2022. “ Breast cancer in India: Present scenario and the challenges ahead.” World Journal of Clinical Oncology 13 (3) : 209–18.

Thermalytix, developed by Niramai Health Analytix, is an AI-powered breast cancer screening tool certified by CDSCO and CE. This radiation-free device is designed to detect cancer at early stages, providing an innovative approach to breast health assessment through automated technology. This portable, affordable, and patient-friendly test uses thermal imaging to identify abnormal cell activity much earlier than palpable lumps, making it suitable for women of all ages and breast densities. Thermalytix analyzes thermal images to detect breast malignancies by identifying abnormal thermal activities linked to higher metabolic activity. The AI-based algorithm examines the temperature distribution on the breast surface, detecting asymmetrical vascular patterns and high-temperature regions indicative of abnormalities. This ensures accurate, automated detection without physical contact, respecting patient privacy. By providing an early and precise diagnosis, Thermalytix enhances breast cancer detection and treatment outcomes.