Applying an artificial intelligence deep learning approach to routine dermatopathological diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma.
Journal:
Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft = Journal of the German Society of Dermatology : JDDG
Published Date:
Oct 9, 2023
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Institutes of dermatopathology are faced with considerable challenges including a continuously rising numbers of submitted specimens and a shortage of specialized health care practitioners. Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is one of the most common tumors in the fair-skinned western population and represents a major part of samples submitted for histological evaluation. Digitalizing glass slides has enabled the application of artificial intelligence (AI)-based procedures. To date, these methods have found only limited application in routine diagnostics. The aim of this study was to establish an AI-based model for automated BCC detection.