Use of artificial intelligence and machine learning for estimating malignancy risk of thyroid nodules.

Journal: Current opinion in endocrinology, diabetes, and obesity
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Abstract

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Current methods for thyroid nodule risk stratification are subjective, and artificial intelligence algorithms have been used to overcome this shortcoming. In this review, we summarize recent developments in the application of artificial intelligence algorithms for estimating the risks of malignancy in a thyroid nodule.

Authors

  • Johnson Thomas
    Department of Endocrinology, Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Missouri, USA.
  • Gregory A Ledger
    Department of Endocrinology, Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Missouri.
  • Chaitanya K Mamillapalli
    Department of Endocrinology, Springfield Clinic, Springfield, Illinois, USA.