Improving automatic classification of brain tumors with deep learning techniques

Authors

  • Willian de Vargas UFCSPA
  • Dieine Estela Bernieri Schiavon UFCSPA
  • Viviane Rodrigues Botelho UFCSPA
  • Thatiane Alves Pianoski UFCSPA
  • Carla Diniz Lopes Becker UFCSPA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59681/2175-4411.v16.iEspecial.2024.1253

Keywords:

Deep Learning, Automatic Classification, Brain tumors

Abstract

The accuracy in the automatic classification of brain tumors plays a crucial role in the method's reliability for healthcare applications. Classification errors can lead to inaccurate diagnoses, resulting in inappropriate and potentially harmful approaches. Objective: To propose an approach aimed at minimizing classification errors. Method: We developed a two-stage convolutional neural network model: first, four binary models for tumors with significant differentiation challenges; then, an Ensemble model for multiclass classification. Additionally, we employed a technique to interpret model predictions and identify regions of interest in medical images. Results: The proposed approach achieves an accuracy of 98%. Conclusion: This work contributes to applying deep learning in brain tumor classification, emphasizing the importance of transparent and robust approaches for precision and safety in predictions.

Author Biographies

Willian de Vargas, UFCSPA

Master’s Student, Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre – UFCSPA, Porto Alegre (RS), Brazil.

Dieine Estela Bernieri Schiavon, UFCSPA

Master’s Student, Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre – UFCSPA, Porto Alegre (RS), Brazil.

Viviane Rodrigues Botelho, UFCSPA

Ph.D., Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre – UFCSPA, DECESA, Porto Alegre (RS), Brazil.

Thatiane Alves Pianoski, UFCSPA

Ph.D., Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre – UFCSPA, DECESA, Porto Alegre (RS), Brazil.

Carla Diniz Lopes Becker, UFCSPA

Ph.D., Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre – UFCSPA, DECESA, Porto Alegre (RS), Brazil.

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Published

2024-11-19

How to Cite

de Vargas, W., Schiavon, D. E. B., Botelho, V. R., Pianoski, T. A., & Becker, C. D. L. (2024). Improving automatic classification of brain tumors with deep learning techniques. Journal of Health Informatics, 16(Especial). https://doi.org/10.59681/2175-4411.v16.iEspecial.2024.1253

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