According to World Health OrganizationBreast cancer is the second most common cancer worldwide and the most common among women. For this reason, the early detection of this disease is crucial to improve the chances of treatment and survival.
In this context, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has developed a technology of artificial intelligence (AI) that can detect the presence of cancer cells in breast tissues before they develop into visible tumors.
The AI system uses a deep learning model, trained with thousands of mammographic images to identify early patterns that indicate the presence of cancer cells. According to the MIT researchers, the system is capable of detecting cancer for up to four to five years before it becomes visible on a standard mammogram.
the technology of early detection of breast cancer Pre-existing screening, such as mammograms and MRIs, are effective, but can often give false positives or negatives, leading to additional testing and increasing stress and anxiety for patients.
New artificial intelligence technology could help reduce false positives and negatives, allowing for earlier and more accurate detection of this type of cancer.
The MIT study has been published in the scientific journal ‘Radiology’. The MIT researchers used mammographic images from more than 60,000 patients to train the AI system. The system was then tested on a separate group of patients and found to be able to detect breast cancer with an accuracy of 94.5%.
The importance of early detection of breast cancer is evident. The earlier the disease is detected, the better the chances of treatment and survival. According to MIT researchers, the new artificial intelligence technology and its application in fields such as health could save many lives around the world.
It is important to note that more studies and clinical trials are still needed to validate the effectiveness of this technology, but this advance represents a promising innovation in the fight against breast cancer.
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