Deep Learning Technology for Classification of Thyroid Nodules Using Multi-View Ultrasound Images: Potential Benefits and Challenges in Clinical Application.

Journal: Endocrinology and metabolism (Seoul, Korea)
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Abstract

BACKGRUOUND: This study aimed to evaluate the applicability of deep learning technology to thyroid ultrasound images for classification of thyroid nodules.

Authors

  • Jinyoung Kim
    R&D Center, VUNO, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
  • Min-Hee Kim
    Institute of Traditional Medicine and Bioscience, Daejeon University, Daejeon, Korea.
  • Dong-Jun Lim
    Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.
  • Hankyeol Lee
    Department of Computer Engineering, Hongik University, Seoul, Korea.
  • Jae Jun Lee
    Institute of New Frontier Research, Hallym University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, Korea.
  • Hyuk-Sang Kwon
    Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.
  • Mee Kyoung Kim
    Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.
  • Ki-Ho Song
    Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.
  • Tae-Jung Kim
    Department of Hospital Pathology, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.
  • So Lyung Jung
    Department of Radiology, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.
  • Yong Oh Lee
    Smart Convergence Group, KIST Europe, Saarbrücken, 66123, Germany.
  • Ki-Hyun Baek
    Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea.