# NIH Reporter #1R43HD121261-01

Bridging Healthcare Disparities: Real-Time AI Assessment for Preterm Labor Risk

**Recipient:** CICONIA MEDICAL INC

**Award Amount:** $306,841.00
**Ceiling:** $306,841.00

**Awarded:** September 07, 2026

**Identifier:** 1R43HD121261-01

Award to Ciconia Medical Inc for developing an AI-enhanced medical device to assess preterm labor risk, aiming to reduce healthcare disparities in maternal health through advanced screening technology.

### Description

This project addresses critical disparities in maternal healthcare, focusing on preterm birth prevention in underserved communities. Ciconia Medical is developing a data-driven AI-enhanced medical device that provides objective, standardized measurements for preterm birth risk assessment. The technology combines ultrasound imaging with optics and machine learning to enable consistent monitoring of cervical changes throughout pregnancy. The device integrates into existing clinical workflows and uses current CPT codes, facilitating adoption across various healthcare settings. The innovation aims to improve maternal health outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and address systemic disparities in maternal care delivery, particularly in underserved communities.

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