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A Swin Transformer-Based Model for Thyroid Nodule Detection in Ultrasound Images
Published on: April 21, 2023
Use of artificial intelligence and machine learning for estimating malignancy risk of thyroid nodules
Johnson Thomas1, Gregory A Ledger1, Chaitanya K Mamillapalli2
1Department of Endocrinology, Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Missouri.
Purpose Of Review:
Current methods for thyroid nodule risk stratification are subjective, and artificial intelligence algorithms have been used to overcome this shortcoming. In this review, we summarize recent developments in the application of artificial intelligence algorithms for estimating the risks of malignancy in a thyroid nodule.
Recent Findings:
Artificial intelligence have been used to predict malignancy in thyroid nodules using ultrasound images, cytopathology images, and molecular markers. Recent clinical trials have shown that artificial intelligence model's performance matched that of experienced radiologists and pathologists. Explainable artificial intelligence models are being developed to avoid the black box problem. Risk stratification algorithms using artificial intelligence for thyroid nodules are now commercially available in many countries.
Summary:
Artificial intelligence models could become a useful tool in a thyroidolgist's armamentarium as a decision support tool. Increased adoption of this emerging technology will depend upon increased awareness of the potential benefits and pitfalls in using artificial intelligence.
