Systematic review of machine learning applications in the early prediction and management of chronic lymphocytic leukaemia

  • 0King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK.

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Summary

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Machine learning (ML) shows promise for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia (CLL) classification and management. Further research requires larger datasets and improved model interpretability for clinical application.

Area Of Science

  • Hematology
  • Computational Biology
  • Medical Informatics

Background

  • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia (CLL) management requires accurate classification and prognostication.
  • Machine learning (ML) offers potential tools for improving patient outcomes in haemato-oncology.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To review the efficacy of ML models in the classification and management of CLL.
  • To identify current limitations and future directions for ML applications in CLL.

Main Methods

  • A systematic review of 20 studies published between 2014 and 2023.
  • Focus on supervised ML models for outcome prediction and treatment guidance in CLL.
  • Literature search conducted across PubMed, Google Scholar, and IEEExplore.

Main Results

  • All reviewed studies reported positive outcomes, indicating ML's potential to enhance clinical workflows.
  • Limitations include small, single-center datasets leading to potential overfitting and reduced generalizability.
  • Key areas for advancement include larger, multimodal datasets, improved model interpretability, and NLP for unstructured data.

Conclusions

  • ML holds significant transformative potential for CLL patient management.
  • Addressing data limitations (size, diversity, multi-institutional) and enhancing model interpretability are critical for clinical translation.
  • Innovations like federated learning and automated redaction can mitigate data integration and privacy concerns.