Machine Learning in Prediction of Second Primary Cancer and Recurrence in Colorectal Cancer.

Journal: International journal of medical sciences
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide. Recurrence of CRC (Re) and onset of a second primary malignancy (SPM) are important indicators in treating CRC, but it is often difficult to predict the onset of a SPM. Therefore, we used mechanical learning to identify risk factors that affect Re and SPM.

Authors

  • Wen-Chien Ting
    Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taiwan.
  • Yen-Chiao Angel Lu
    School of Nursing, Chung-Shan Medical University, Taiwan.
  • Wei-Chi Ho
    Department of Gastroenterology, Jen-Ai Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan.
  • Chalong Cheewakriangkrai
    Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand.
  • Horng-Rong Chang
    Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal medicine, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taiwan.
  • Chia-Ling Lin
    Department of Nutrition, Jen-Ai hospital, Taichung, Taiwan.