Use of artificial intelligence and machine learning for estimating malignancy risk of thyroid nodules
Purpose of review
Current methods for thyroid nodule risk stratification are subjective, and artificial intelligence algorithms have been used to overcome this shortcoming. In this review, we summarize recent developments in the application of artificial intelligence algorithms for estimating the risks of malignancy in a thyroid nodule.
Recent findings
Artificial intelligence have been used to predict malignancy in thyroid nodules using ultrasound images, cytopathology images, and molecular markers. Recent clinical trials have shown that artificial intelligence model's performance matched that of experienced radiologists and pathologists. Explainable artificial intelligence models are being developed to avoid the black box problem. Risk stratification algorithms using artificial intelligence for thyroid nodules are now commercially available in many countries.
Summary
Artificial intelligence models could become a useful tool in a thyroidolgist's armamentarium as a decision support tool. Increased adoption of this emerging technology will depend upon increased awareness of the potential benefits and pitfalls in using artificial intelligence.
Source: Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity - Category: Endocrinology Tags: THYROID: Edited by Angela M. Leung Source Type: research
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