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Thyroid Nodule Detection and Region Estimation in Ultrasound Images: A Comparison between Physicians and an Automated Decision Support System Approach.
| العنوان: | Thyroid Nodule Detection and Region Estimation in Ultrasound Images: A Comparison between Physicians and an Automated Decision Support System Approach. |
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| المؤلفون: | Gomes Ataide, Elmer Jeto, Jabaraj, Mathews S., Schenke, Simone, Petersen, Manuela, Haghghi, Sarvar, Wuestemann, Jan, Illanes, Alfredo, Friebe, Michael, Kreissl, Michael C. |
| المصدر: | Diagnostics (2075-4418); Sep2023, Vol. 13 Issue 18, p2873, 11p |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: | DECISION support systems, THYROID nodules, ULTRASONIC imaging, THYROID cancer, PHYSICIANS, COMPUTER-aided diagnosis, DIAGNOSTIC ultrasonic imaging personnel, UNNECESSARY surgery |
| مستخلص: | Background: Thyroid nodules are very common. In most cases, they are benign, but they can be malignant in a low percentage of cases. The accurate assessment of these nodules is critical to choosing the next diagnostic steps and potential treatment. Ultrasound (US) imaging, the primary modality for assessing these nodules, can lack objectivity due to varying expertise among physicians. This leads to observer variability, potentially affecting patient outcomes. Purpose: This study aims to assess the potential of a Decision Support System (DSS) in reducing these variabilities for thyroid nodule detection and region estimation using US images, particularly in lesser experienced physicians. Methods: Three physicians with varying levels of experience evaluated thyroid nodules on US images, focusing on nodule detection and estimating cystic and solid regions. The outcomes were compared to those obtained from a DSS for comparison. Metrics such as classification match percentage and variance percentage were used to quantify differences. Results: Notable disparities exist between physician evaluations and the DSS assessments: the overall classification match percentage was just 19.2%. Individually, Physicians 1, 2, and 3 had match percentages of 57.6%, 42.3%, and 46.1% with the DSS, respectively. Variances in assessments highlight the subjectivity and observer variability based on physician experience levels. Conclusions: The evident variability among physician evaluations underscores the need for supplementary decision-making tools. Given its consistency, the CAD offers potential as a reliable "second opinion" tool, minimizing human-induced variabilities in the critical diagnostic process of thyroid nodules using US images. Future integration of such systems could bolster diagnostic precision and improve patient outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| قاعدة البيانات: | Complementary Index |
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