Discerning and Leveraging Gastric Cancer Using Deep Analytics Algorithms
Gastric disease (GC) is one of the most prevalent malignant developments with poor prognostic outcomes. Endoscopic evaluation is primarily used for early recognition, while pathological confirmation and CT scanning are used for further treatment. The shortage of pathologists presents an opportunity for AI systems to ease the workload and increase diagnostic accuracy. Most gastric cancers show genetic instability, either microsatellite or chromosomal, which occurs early in carcinogenesis. New classifications based on histologic features, genotypes, and molecular profiles improve understanding, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of each subtype. This paper introduces “Gastronet,” a deep learning system integrating three algorithms—Perform Multiple Tasks Net, Mix Net, and Overall Net—to enhance gastric cancer diagnosis. Gastronet aims to provide precise predictions with minimal additional confirmation, surpassing current diagnostic models. The roadmap includes a comprehensive literature review to identify gaps in current diagnostic methods and the potential for AI, followed by the development of Perform Multiple Tasks Net, Mix Net, and Overall Net to handle specific diagnostic tasks and data types. Data collection and preprocessing ensure a quality dataset for training and validation. Each network is trained and validated separately, then integrated and fine-tuned within the Gastronet framework. The system’s performance is compared with current models, demonstrating superior accuracy. Implementation involves developing a user-friendly interface for clinical use and integrating it into workflows. Continuous improvement is ensured by updating the system with new data and advancements in gastric cancer research. By following this roadmap, the paper aims to develop a reliable, accurate, and efficient system for early detection and diagnosis of gastric cancer, improving patient outcomes and supporting pathologists.
Authors
- R. Maheswari
- S. Sherwin Britto
- Mukesh Barange (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1462-7034)
- I. Masha Allah
Publication Details
- Published
- 2024-09-12
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/sparc61891.2024.10829130
- Primary Topic
- Radiomics and Machine Learning in Medical Imaging
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
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