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This study introduces a computer-aided detection system to improve early breast cancer diagnosis from mammograms. The system enhances images, segments abnormalities like microcalcifications and masses, and classifies them, achieving up to 83% accuracy with Support Vector Machines.

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  • Computer-Aided Diagnosis
  • Machine Learning in Healthcare

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  • Breast cancer remains a global health challenge, necessitating early detection for improved prognosis.
  • Mammography is crucial for early breast cancer detection, but radiologist evaluation faces challenges with large volumes and consistency.
  • Automated detection of microcalcification clusters (MCCs) and masses is vital for enhancing early breast cancer diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a computer-aided detection (CAD) system designed to assist radiologists in identifying specific abnormalities in mammograms.
  • To improve the accuracy and consistency of diagnostic decisions in breast cancer screening.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of different machine learning classifiers for abnormality detection.

Main Methods:

  • The proposed system employs a three-step procedure: image enhancement, segmentation, and classification.
  • Image enhancement utilizes Histogram Equalization (HE) and Morphological Enhancement techniques.
  • Segmentation is performed using Otsu's thresholding to identify regions of interest (microcalcifications and mass lesions).
  • Classification involves distinguishing normal patterns from microcalcifications and further classifying microcalcifications as benign or malignant using K-NN, SVM, and ANN classifiers.

Main Results:

  • The Support Vector Machine (SVM) classifier achieved the highest prediction accuracy at 83%.
  • The Artificial Neural Network (ANN) classifier demonstrated a prediction accuracy of 77%.
  • The K-Nearest Neighbor (K-NN) classifier achieved a prediction accuracy of 73%.

Conclusions:

  • The developed computer-aided detection system shows promise in assisting radiologists for more accurate and efficient breast cancer diagnosis.
  • Machine learning classifiers, particularly SVM, can effectively differentiate between normal and abnormal mammographic findings, including benign and malignant microcalcifications.
  • Automated analysis of mammograms holds significant potential for improving early detection rates and patient outcomes in breast cancer screening programs.