International Journal of Electronics and Communication Engineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(11), P. 228 - 243
Published: Nov. 30, 2024
Cervical
cancer,
a
malignant
tumour
that
forms
in
the
cervix,
significantly
contributes
to
cancer-related
mortality
among
women
globally,
making
early
diagnosis
crucial
for
effective
treatment.
Pap
smear
images,
which
are
microscopic
images
of
cervical
cells,
commonly
used
detection
abnormal
cells
may
lead
cancer.
This
study
introduces
novel
classification
approach,
Variable
Kernel
Feature
Fusion-CNN
(VKFF-CNN),
improves
performance
by
fusing
multi-scale
features
using
convolutional
layers
with
3x3,
4x4,
and
5x5
kernels.
architecture
captures
diverse
set
features,
enhancing
ability
model
accurately
classify
cells.
With
an
average
accuracy
98.03%,
precision
97.83%,
recall
97.11%,
F1
score
98.23%,
VKFF-CNN
exhibited
outstanding
outcomes
on
Herlev
Smear
dataset.
These
results
demonstrate
outperforms
traditional
machine
learning
models.
The
model's
confusion
matrix
indicated
fewer
misclassifications,
underscoring
its
robustness
effectiveness.
Including
batch
normalization
softmax
activation
function
further
enhanced
stability
accurate
classification.
Overall,
presents
promising
advancement
automated
cancer
screening,
providing
highly
reliable
detection.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(1)
Published: Jan. 9, 2025
Abstract
We
developed
an
AI
system
capable
of
automatically
classifying
anterior
eye
images
as
either
normal
or
indicative
corneal
diseases.
This
study
aims
to
investigate
the
influence
AI’s
misleading
guidance
on
ophthalmologists’
responses.
cross-sectional
included
30
cases
each
infectious
and
immunological
keratitis.
Responses
regarding
presence
infection
were
collected
from
7
specialists
16
non-corneal-specialist
ophthalmologists,
first
based
alone
then
after
presenting
classification
results.
The
diagnoses
deliberately
altered
present
a
correct
in
70%
incorrect
30%.
overall
accuracy
ophthalmologists
did
not
significantly
change
assistance
was
introduced
[75.2
±
8.1%,
75.9
7.2%,
respectively
(
P
=
0.59)].
In
where
presented
diagnoses,
before
showing
no
significant
[60.3
35.2%
53.2
30.9%,
0.11)].
contrast,
for
non-corneal
dropped
54.5
27.8%
31.6
29.3%
<
0.001),
especially
options.
Less
experienced
misled
due
guidance,
but
not.
Even
with
introduction
diagnostic
support
systems,
importance
ophthalmologist’s
experience
remains
crucial.
Cureus,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 7, 2025
Introduction
Diabetic
retinopathy
(DR)
is
a
leading
cause
of
blindness
globally,
emphasizing
the
urgent
need
for
efficient
diagnostic
tools.
Machine
learning,
particularly
convolutional
neural
networks
(CNNs),
has
shown
promise
in
automating
diagnosis
retinal
conditions
with
high
accuracy.
This
study
evaluates
two
CNN
models,
VGG16
and
InceptionV3,
classifying
optical
coherence
tomography
(OCT)
images
into
four
categories:
normal,
choroidal
neovascularization,
diabetic
macular
edema
(DME),
drusen.
Methods
Using
83,000
OCT
across
categories,
CNNs
were
trained
tested
via
Python-based
libraries,
including
TensorFlow
Keras.
Metrics
such
as
accuracy,
sensitivity,
specificity
analyzed
confusion
matrices
performance
graphs.
Comparisons
dataset
sizes
evaluated
impact
on
model
accuracy
tools
deployed
JupyterLab.
Results
InceptionV3
achieved
between
85%
95%,
peaking
at
94%
outperforming
(92%).
Larger
datasets
improved
sensitivity
by
7%
all
highest
normal
drusen
classifications.
like
positively
correlated
size.
Conclusions
The
confirms
CNNs'
potential
diagnostics,
achieving
classification
Limitations
included
reliance
grayscale
computational
intensity,
which
hindered
finer
distinctions.
Future
work
should
integrate
data
augmentation,
patient-specific
variables,
lightweight
architectures
to
optimize
clinical
use,
reducing
costs
improving
outcomes.
Antioxidants,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(2), P. 152 - 152
Published: Jan. 27, 2025
Age-related
macular
degeneration
(AMD)
is
a
leading
cause
of
vision
impairment
worldwide,
primarily
driven
by
oxidative
stress
and
inflammation.
This
review
examines
the
role
antioxidants
in
mitigating
damage,
emphasizing
both
their
therapeutic
potential
limitations
AMD
management.
Key
findings
underscore
efficacy
specific
antioxidants,
including
vitamins
C
E,
lutein,
zeaxanthin,
Coenzyme
Q10,
slowing
progression.
Landmark
studies
such
as
AREDS
AREDS2
have
shaped
current
antioxidant
formulations,
although
challenges
persist,
patient
variability
long-term
safety
concerns.
Emerging
therapies,
mitochondrial-targeted
novel
compounds
like
saffron
resveratrol,
offer
promising
avenues
for
treatment.
Complementary
lifestyle
interventions,
antioxidant-rich
diets
physical
activity,
further
support
holistic
management
approaches.
highlights
critical
therapy,
advocating
personalized
strategies
to
optimize
outcomes.
Ophthalmology and Therapy,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 21, 2025
Fundus
fluorescein
angiography
(FFA)
serves
as
the
current
gold
standard
for
visualizing
retinal
vasculature
and
detecting
various
fundus
diseases,
but
its
interpretation
is
labor-intensive
requires
much
expertise
from
ophthalmologists.
The
medical
application
of
artificial
intelligence
(AI),
especially
deep
learning
machine
learning,
has
revolutionized
field
automatic
FFA
image
analysis,
leading
to
rapid
advancements
in
AI-assisted
lesion
detection,
diagnosis,
report
generation.
This
review
examined
studies
PubMed,
Web
Science,
Google
Scholar
databases
January
2019
August
2024,
with
a
total
23
articles
incorporated.
By
integrating
research
findings,
this
highlights
crucial
breakthroughs
analysis
explores
their
potential
implications
ophthalmic
clinical
practice.
These
advances
have
shown
promising
results
improving
diagnostic
accuracy
workflow
efficiency.
However,
further
needed
enhance
model
transparency
ensure
robust
performance
across
diverse
populations.
Challenges
such
data
privacy
technical
infrastructure
remain
broader
applications.
Medicina,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
61(3), P. 433 - 433
Published: Feb. 28, 2025
The
integration
of
artificial
intelligence
(AI)
in
ophthalmology
is
transforming
the
field,
offering
new
opportunities
to
enhance
diagnostic
accuracy,
personalize
treatment
plans,
and
improve
service
delivery.
This
review
provides
a
comprehensive
overview
current
applications
future
potential
AI
ophthalmology.
algorithms,
particularly
those
utilizing
machine
learning
(ML)
deep
(DL),
have
demonstrated
remarkable
success
diagnosing
conditions
such
as
diabetic
retinopathy
(DR),
age-related
macular
degeneration,
glaucoma
with
precision
comparable
to,
or
exceeding,
human
experts.
Furthermore,
being
utilized
develop
personalized
plans
by
analyzing
large
datasets
predict
individual
responses
therapies,
thus
optimizing
patient
outcomes
reducing
healthcare
costs.
In
surgical
applications,
AI-driven
tools
are
enhancing
procedures
like
cataract
surgery,
contributing
better
recovery
times
reduced
complications.
Additionally,
AI-powered
teleophthalmology
services
expanding
access
eye
care
underserved
remote
areas,
addressing
global
disparities
availability.
Despite
these
advancements,
challenges
remain,
concerning
data
privacy,
security,
algorithmic
bias.
Ensuring
robust
governance
ethical
practices
crucial
for
continued
conclusion,
research
should
focus
on
developing
sophisticated
models
capable
handling
multimodal
data,
including
genetic
information
histories,
provide
deeper
insights
into
disease
mechanisms
responses.
Also,
collaborative
efforts
among
governments,
non-governmental
organizations
(NGOs),
technology
companies
essential
deploy
solutions
effectively,
especially
low-resource
settings.
IntechOpen eBooks,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 5, 2025
This
chapter
examines
the
influence
of
non-mydriasis
on
quality
optical
coherence
tomography
(OCT)
imaging
in
patients
with
retinitis
pigmentosa
(RP).
The
focus
is
analysis
OCT
quality,
specifically
addressing
types
artifacts
that
can
potentially
confound
interpretation
and
angiography
(OCTA)
images.
Common
such
as
signal
attenuation,
motion
artifacts,
projection
are
identified
discussed.
also
explores
methods
for
removing
these
compensation
techniques
applicable
clinical
settings
RP
cases.
Findings
suggest
does
not
significantly
limit
acquisition
images
mild
to
moderate
stages
RP.
However,
pupillary
dilation
may
be
necessary
severe
disease
enhance
image
reduce
despite
potential
increase
glare
photophobia
patients.
discussion
includes
practical
strategies
optimizing
protocols
without
using
mydriatic
agents,
improving
patient
comfort,
efficiency
procedures.
Ultimately,
this
aims
diagnostic
accuracy
care
by
mitigating
challenges
associated
World Journal of Methodology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(3)
Published: March 6, 2025
BACKGROUND
Emergency
medical
care
is
essential
in
preventing
morbidity
and
mortality,
especially
when
interventions
are
time-sensitive
require
immediate
access
to
supplies
trained
personnel.
AIM
To
assess
the
treatment
rates
of
eye
emergencies
Africa.
Ocular
particularly
delicate
due
eye’s
intricate
structure
necessity
for
its
refractive
components
remain
transparent.
METHODS
This
review
examines
low
Africa,
drawing
on
96
records
extracted
from
PubMed
database
using
predetermined
search
criteria.
RESULTS
The
epidemiology
ocular
injuries,
as
detailed
studies,
reveals
significant
relationships
between
incidence
prevalence
injuries
factors
such
age,
gender,
occupation.
causes
range
accidents
gender-based
violence
insect
or
animal
attacks.
Management
approaches
reported
include
both
surgical
non-surgical
interventions,
medication
evisceration
enucleation
eye.
Preventive
measures
emphasize
health
education
use
protective
eyewear
facial
protection.
However,
inadequate
healthcare
infrastructure
personnel,
cultural
geographical
barriers,
socioeconomic
behavioral
hinder
effective
prevention,
service
uptake,
management
emergencies.
CONCLUSION
authors
recommend
developing
policies,
enhancing
community
engagement,
improving
personnel
training
retention,
increasing
funding
programs
solutions
address
rate
Medicina,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
61(4), P. 662 - 662
Published: April 3, 2025
The
Special
Issue
“Retinopathies:
A
Challenge
for
Early
Diagnosis,
Innovative
Treatments,
and
Reliable
Follow-Up”
brings
together
a
diverse
yet
interconnected
collection
of
research
papers
that
collectively
address
the
multifaceted
challenges
retinal
diseases
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