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A deep learning-based prediction model for prognosis of cervical spine injury: a Japanese multicenter survey
Sadayuki Ito1, Hiroaki Nakashima2, Naoki Segi1
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya University, 65 Tsurumai-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, 466-8550, Japan.
Purpose:
Cervical spine injuries in the elderly (defined as individuals aged 65 years and older) are increasing, often resulting from falls and minor trauma. Prognosis varies widely, influenced by multiple factors. This study aimed to develop a deep-learning-based predictive model for post-injury outcomes.
Methods:
This study analyzed a nationwide dataset from the Japan Association of Spine Surgeons with Ambition, comprising 1512 elderly patients (aged 65 years and older) with cervical spine injuries from 2010 to 2020. Deep learning predictive models were constructed for residence, mobility, and the American Spinal Injury Association Impairment Scale (AIS). The model's performance was compared with that of a traditional statistical analysis.
Results:
The deep-learning model predicted the residence and AIS outcomes with varying accuracies. The highest accuracy was observed in predicting residence one year post-injury. The model also identified that the AIS score at discharge was significantly predicted by upper extremity trauma, mobility, and elbow extension strength. The deep learning model highlighted factors, such as upper extremity trauma, that were not considered significant in the traditional statistical analysis.
Conclusion:
Our deep learning-based model offers a novel method for predicting outcomes following cervical spine injuries in the elderly population. The model is highly accurate and provides additional insights into potential prognostic factors. Such models can improve patient care and individualize future interventions.
