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Enhancing early breast cancer diagnosis through automated microcalcification detection using an optimized ensemble
Jing Ru Teoh1, Khairunnisa Hasikin1,2, Khin Wee Lai1
1Biomedical Engineering Department, University of Malaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Peerj. Computer Science
|June 10, 2024
Summary
This study introduces an ensemble deep learning model for enhanced breast cancer microcalcification detection. The model achieves high accuracy and dependability, improving diagnostic precision in clinical settings.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Artificial Intelligence
- Oncology
Background:
- Breast cancer diagnosis relies on accurate detection of microcalcifications.
- Deep learning models show promise but face challenges due to architectural diversity.
- An ensemble approach is proposed to enhance precision and dependability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an optimized deep learning ensemble model for mammogram preprocessing and microcalcification detection.
- To improve the accuracy and reliability of breast cancer diagnostics.
Main Methods:
- A preprocessing framework involving artifact removal, segmentation, and filtering was implemented.
- Transfer learning with ResNet-50 and ensemble optimization of AlexNet, GoogLeNet, VGG16, and ResNet-50 were utilized.
- Hyperparameter optimization and rigorous evaluation protocols were employed.
Main Results:
- The ensemble model achieved an average confidence score of 0.9305 for microcalcification classification.
- Normal cases showed an average confidence of 0.8859, indicating consistent predictions.
- High performance metrics including accuracy, precision, recall, F1-score, and AUC were attained.
Conclusions:
- The ensemble model significantly enhances the accuracy and dependability of breast cancer diagnostics.
- Focus on average confidence ratings improves clinical diagnosis effectiveness.
- This novel methodology offers substantial improvements in microcalcification detection.
