Neural Computing and Applications,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 15, 2024
Abstract
Cardiovascular
diseases
(CVDs)
remain
a
global
burden,
highlighting
the
need
for
innovative
approaches
early
detection
and
intervention.
This
study
investigates
potential
of
deep
learning,
specifically
convolutional
neural
networks
(CNNs),
to
improve
prediction
heart
disease
risk
using
key
personal
health
markers.
Our
approach
revolutionizes
traditional
healthcare
predictive
modeling
by
integrating
CNNs,
which
excel
at
uncovering
subtle
patterns
hidden
interactions
among
various
indicators
such
as
blood
pressure,
cholesterol
levels,
lifestyle
factors.
To
achieve
this,
we
leverage
advanced
network
architectures.
The
model
utilizes
embedding
layers
transform
categorical
data
into
numerical
representations,
extract
spatial
features,
dense
complex
predict
CVD
risk.
Regularization
techniques
like
dropout
batch
normalization,
along
with
hyperparameter
optimization,
enhance
generalizability
performance.
Rigorous
validation
against
conventional
methods
demonstrates
model’s
superiority,
significantly
higher
R
2
value
0.994.
achievement
underscores
valuable
tool
clinicians
in
prevention
management.
also
emphasizes
interpretability
learning
models
addresses
ethical
considerations
ensure
responsible
implementation
clinical
practice.
Symmetry,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(2), P. 185 - 185
Published: Jan. 25, 2025
One
of
the
most
complex
and
prevalent
diseases
is
heart
disease
(HD).
It
among
main
causes
death
around
globe.
With
changes
in
lifestyles
environment,
its
prevalence
rising
rapidly.
The
prediction
early
stages
crucial,
as
delays
diagnosis
can
cause
serious
complications
even
death.
Machine
learning
(ML)
be
effective
this
regard.
Many
researchers
have
used
different
techniques
for
efficient
detection
to
overcome
drawbacks
existing
models.
Several
ensemble
models
also
been
applied.
We
proposed
a
stacking
model
named
NCDG,
which
uses
Naive
Bayes,
Categorical
Boosting,
Decision
Tree
base
learners,
with
Gradient
Boosting
serving
meta-learner
classifier.
performed
preprocessing
using
factorization
method
convert
string
columns
into
integers.
employ
Synthetic
Minority
Oversampling
TEchnique
(SMOTE)
BorderLineSMOTE
balancing
address
issue
data
class
imbalance.
Additionally,
we
implemented
hard
soft
voting
classifier
compared
results
model.
For
Artificial
Intelligence-based
eXplainability
our
NCDG
model,
use
SHapley
Additive
exPlanations
(SHAP)
technique.
outcomes
show
that
suggested
performs
better
than
benchmark
techniques.
experimental
achieved
highest
accuracy,
F1-Score,
precision
recall
0.91,
0.91
respectively,
an
execution
time
653
s.
Moreover,
utilized
K-Fold
Cross-Validation
validate
predicted
results.
worth
mentioning
their
validation
strongly
coincide
each
other
proves
approach
symmetric.
Bioengineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(8), P. 822 - 822
Published: Aug. 12, 2024
The
global
prevalence
of
cardiovascular
diseases
(CVDs)
as
a
leading
cause
death
highlights
the
imperative
need
for
refined
risk
assessment
and
prognostication
methods.
traditional
approaches,
including
Framingham
Risk
Score,
blood
tests,
imaging
techniques,
clinical
assessments,
although
widely
utilized,
are
hindered
by
limitations
such
lack
precision,
reliance
on
static
variables,
inability
to
adapt
new
patient
data,
thereby
necessitating
exploration
alternative
strategies.
In
response,
this
study
introduces
CardioRiskNet,
hybrid
AI-based
model
designed
transcend
these
limitations.
proposed
CardioRiskNet
consists
seven
parts:
data
preprocessing,
feature
selection
encoding,
eXplainable
AI
(XAI)
integration,
active
learning,
attention
mechanisms,
prediction
prognosis,
evaluation
validation,
deployment
integration.
At
first,
preprocessed
cleaning
handling
missing
values,
applying
normalization
process,
extracting
features.
Next,
most
informative
features
selected
categorical
variables
converted
into
numerical
form.
Distinctively,
employs
learning
iteratively
select
samples,
enhancing
its
efficacy,
while
mechanism
dynamically
focuses
relevant
precise
prediction.
Additionally,
integration
XAI
facilitates
interpretability
transparency
in
decision-making
processes.
According
experimental
results,
demonstrates
superior
performance
terms
accuracy,
sensitivity,
specificity,
F1-Score,
with
values
98.7%,
99%,
respectively.
These
findings
show
that
can
accurately
assess
prognosticate
CVD
risk,
demonstrating
power
surpass
conventional
Thus,
CardioRiskNet's
novel
approach
high
advance
management
CVDs
provide
healthcare
professionals
powerful
tool
care.
Bioengineering,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
10(11), P. 1286 - 1286
Published: Nov. 4, 2023
The
complexity
of
cardiovascular
disease
onset
emphasizes
the
vital
role
early
detection
in
prevention.
This
study
aims
to
enhance
prediction
accuracy
using
personal
devices,
aligning
with
point-of-care
testing
(POCT)
objectives.
introduces
a
two-stage
Taguchi
optimization
(TSTO)
method
boost
predictive
an
artificial
neural
network
(ANN)
model
while
minimizing
computational
costs.
In
first
stage,
optimal
hyperparameter
levels
and
trends
were
identified.
second
stage
determined
best
settings
for
ANN
model's
hyperparameters.
this
study,
we
applied
proposed
TSTO
computer
Kaggle
Cardiovascular
Disease
dataset.
Subsequently,
identified
setting
hyperparameters
model,
hidden
layer
4,
activation
function
tanh,
optimizer
SGD,
learning
rate
0.25,
momentum
0.85,
nodes
10.
led
state-of-the-art
74.14%
predicting
risk
disease.
Moreover,
significantly
reduced
number
experiments
by
factor
40.5
compared
traditional
grid
search
method.
accurately
predicts
conserves
resources.
It
is
adaptable
low-power
aiding
goal
POCT.
Computer Methods in Biomechanics & Biomedical Engineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
27(11), P. 1357 - 1374
Published: Feb. 29, 2024
Prediction
of
heart
diseases
on
time
is
significant
in
order
to
preserve
life.
Many
conventional
methods
have
taken
efforts
earlier
prediction
but
faced
with
challenges
higher
cost,
extended
for
computation
and
complexities
larger
volume
data
which
reduced
accuracy.
In
overcome
such
pitfalls,
AI
(Artificial
Intelligence)
technology
has
been
evolved
diagnosing
through
deployment
several
ML
(Machine
Learning)
DL
(Deep
algorithms.
It
improves
detection
by
influencing
its
capacity
learning
from
the
massive
containing
age,
obesity,
hypertension
other
risk
factors
patients
extract
it
accordingly
differentiate
circumstances.
Moreover,
storage
greatly
assists
analysing
occurrence
disease
past
historical
data.
Hence,
this
paper
intends
provide
a
review
different
based
algorithms
used
prognostication
delivers
benefits
researching
various
existing
works.
performs
comparative
analysis
critical
assessment
as
encompassing
accuracies
maximum
utilization
focussed
traditional
studies
area.
The
major
findings
emphasized
evolution
continuous
explorations
techniques
future
researchers
aims
determining
dimensions
that
attained
high
low
appropriate
research
works
can
be
performed.
Finally,
included
offer
new
stimulus
further
investigation
cardiac
diagnosis.
Frontiers in Medicine,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
10
Published: Nov. 22, 2023
Introduction
Diabetic
retinopathy
(DR)
is
the
leading
cause
of
preventable
blindness
in
Saudi
Arabia.
With
a
prevalence
up
to
40%
patients
with
diabetes,
DR
constitutes
significant
public
health
burden
on
country.
Arabia
has
not
yet
established
national
screening
program
for
DR.
Mounting
evidence
shows
that
Artificial
intelligence
(AI)-based
programs
are
slowly
becoming
superior
traditional
screening,
COVID-19
pandemic
accelerating
research
into
this
topic
as
well
changing
outlook
toward
it.
The
main
objective
study
evaluate
perception
and
acceptance
AI
among
eye
care
professionals
Methods
A
cross-sectional
using
self-administered
online-based
questionnaire
was
distributed
by
email
through
registry
Commission
For
Health
Specialties
(SCFHS).
309
ophthalmologists
physicians
involved
diabetic
participated
study.
Data
analysis
done
SPSS,
value
p
<
0.05
considered
statistical
purposes.
Results
54%
participants
rated
their
level
knowledge
above
average
63%
believed
telemedicine
interchangeable.
66%
would
decrease
workforce
physicians.
79%
expected
clinical
efficiency
increase
AI.
Around
50%
be
implemented
next
5
years.
Discussion
Most
reported
good
about
Physicians
more
experience
those
who
used
e-health
apps
practice
regarded
higher
than
peers.
Perceived
strongly
related
benefits
AI-based
screening.
In
general,
there
positive
attitude
However,
concerns
labor
market
data
confidentiality
were
evident.
There
should
further
education
awareness
topic.