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Personalized Structure Preservation Based Graph Neural Network via Connection Interaction and Refinement for Autism

Chunhong Cao, Mengyang Wang, Xingxing Li

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|October 23, 2025

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This study introduces Personalized Structure Preservation based GNN (PSP-GNN) for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis. PSP-GNN improves accuracy by creating individualized brain networks and considering indirect connections, identifying key brain regions for potential biomarkers.

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Probing the Brain in Autism Using fMRI and Diffusion Tensor Imaging

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Area of Science:

Neuroscience
Artificial Intelligence
Medical Imaging

Background:

Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) show promise for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) identification using Functional Brain Networks (FBNs).
Current FBN construction methods use uniform strategies, neglecting individual variations and underemphasizing indirect brain region connections.
Existing methods for identifying crucial brain regions may miss vital areas due to rigid thresholds.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a novel GNN approach, Personalized Structure Preservation based GNN (PSP-GNN), for more accurate ASD diagnosis.
To address limitations in current FBN analysis, including individual heterogeneity and the underestimation of indirect connections.
To identify salient brain regions for ASD diagnosis using a flexible refinement technique.

Main Methods:

Developed a personalized structure preservation strategy for individualized brain network construction.
Incorporated a connection interaction-aware module to analyze direct and indirect brain region interactions.
Implemented a flexible brain region refinement technique using Bernoulli sampling, avoiding rigid thresholds.

Main Results:

PSP-GNN demonstrated effectiveness in ASD diagnosis.
The approach successfully accounts for subject-specific variations in FBNs.
Identified critical brain regions consistent with existing medical knowledge, suggesting potential as biomarkers.

Conclusions:

PSP-GNN offers a robust tool for ASD diagnosis by integrating FBNs and GNNs.
The personalized and comprehensive network analysis improves diagnostic accuracy.
Identified brain regions may serve as valuable biomarkers for clinical ASD diagnosis.