Development of a Web Application based on Machine Learning for screening esophageal varices in cirrhosis.

Journal: La Tunisie medicale
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Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Esophageal varices (EV) are a common manifestation of portal hypertension in cirrhotic patients. Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy (UGE) is the gold standard for diagnosing EV. However, it is an invasive examination with a relatively high cost.

Authors

  • Soumaya Mrabet
    Higher Institute of Informatics and communications techniques (ISITCom), Sousse, Tunisia.
  • Kamel Aloui
    Higher Institute of Informatics and communications techniques (ISITCom), Sousse, Tunisia.
  • Elhem Ben Jazia
    Department of Gastroenterology, Farhat Hached Hospital, Sousse.