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How AI Is Being Used to Detect Cancer
Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, with millions of people being diagnosed with the disease every year. Early detection of cancer is crucial in order to provide effective treatment and improve the chances of survival. Fortunately, advancements in technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), are being used to improve the detection of cancer.
AI is a branch of computer science that focuses on creating intelligent machines that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as learning, problem-solving, and decision making. Machine learning, a subset of AI, allows machines to learn from data and improve their performance over time.
The use of AI in cancer detection is known as computer-aided diagnosis (CAD) or computer-aided detection (CADe). CADe systems use machine learning algorithms to analyze medical images, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs, to detect abnormalities that may indicate cancer.
Here are some ways that AI is being used to detect cancer:
- Image Analysis
AI can analyze medical images to detect cancer in its early stages. CADe systems can identify small tumors and other abnormalities that may not be…
