Contrast-enhanced ultrasound-based AI model for multi-classification of focal liver lesions.
Journal:
Journal of hepatology
Published Date:
Jan 21, 2025
Abstract
BACKGROUND & AIMS: Accurate multi-classification is a prerequisite for appropriate management of focal liver lesions (FLLs). Ultrasound is the most common imaging examination but lacks accuracy. Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) offers better performance but is highly dependent on operator experience. Therefore, we aimed to develop a CEUS-based artificial intelligence (AI) model for FLL multi-classification and evaluate its performance in multicenter clinical tests.