Transformative Insights: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Ovarian Cancer Prediction and Prognosis

Transformative Insights: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Ovarian Cancer Prediction and Prognosis

Copyright: © 2024 |Pages: 24
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-1922-2.ch010
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Abstract

This chapter explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in ovarian cancer prediction and prognosis. It aims to analyze complex datasets, predict patient outcomes, and optimize treatment pathways. The study critically examines existing research on ovarian cancer, highlighting gaps and challenges in current prognostic methodologies. The findings demonstrate significant advancements in AI application in ovarian cancer prediction, highlighting its transformative potential in research and clinical practice. AI not only enhances understanding of ovarian cancer complexities, but also offers personalized and optimized treatment strategies, offering hope for improved patient outcomes and overall survival rates.
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Introduction

The oncology field is still grappling with devastatingly poor survival rates and remarkably high incidence rates of ovarian cancer in places like Indonesia (Olatunji et al., 2023). Ovarian cancer is the fifth most common cancer in women, and human clinical decision-making is struggling to keep up with the illness because of the growing complexity of prognostic indications, treatment options, and their sequencing (Poort et al., 2021). In this light, it becomes clear that incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into ovarian cancer management decision-making processes is a viable option (Akazawa & Hashimoto, 2020). The vital role of AI in ovarian cancer prognosis is examined in this chapter. The increasing amount of data accessible and the need for detailed analysis necessitate a method that is beyond what humans are capable of. The computing power of AI provides a mechanism to analyze complex patterns in patient data, make predictions about outcomes, and help doctors choose the best course of therapy. The creation and implementation of AI systems for ovarian cancer patient knowledge, prediction, and possible improvement of outcomes is the focus of this chapter. Worrying patterns and statistics in ovarian cancer highlight the significance of the research. As the sixth most common cancer in women, ovarian cancer has a dismal five-year survival rate in Indonesian healthcare. (Dewi et al., 2022). Indonesia has one of the worst incidence rates in Europe, and they are becoming worse. This means that we need new solutions quickly (Reid, 2020). Because of the growing complexity of both prognostic indicators and treatment sequences, as well as the difficulties in making informed clinical decisions by humans, sophisticated computational tools are urgently needed (Degu et al., 2023). Analogies with other studies also confirm the study's usefulness. The knowledge and information yielded by this research hold significant implications for various stakeholders involved in the management of ovarian cancer, including Clinicians can leverage the predictive models developed through AI to enhance their decision-making processes in ovarian cancer treatment. The ability to analyze prognostic markers and predict outcomes, including overall survival and surgical success, equips healthcare professionals with valuable insights for personalized patient care. Patients stand to benefit directly from the improved predictive accuracy of AI models. Access to more accurate prognoses can empower patients to make informed decisions about their treatment options and actively participate in their healthcare journey. Researchers in the field of oncology and cancer biology can use the findings to explore further and refine AI applications in cancer research. The identification of novel prognostic biomarkers using AI techniques contribute to the broader understanding of ovarian cancer at the molecular level. Healthcare institutions and lawmakers can think about using AI technology in clinical practice. Ovarian cancer management healthcare policies and recommendations may be impacted by this research's findings, which show that AI may improve prediction models. Companies involved in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology may find value in the identification of novel prognostic biomarkers. This knowledge could guide the development of targeted therapies or interventions for specific subgroups of ovarian cancer patients, contributing to advancements in treatment modalities. Academic institutions can incorporate the findings into medical curricula, ensuring that the next generation of healthcare professionals is well-versed in the potential applications of AI in oncology. Organizations focused on global health, such as the World Health Organization (WHO), can use the research findings to inform strategies for addressing ovarian cancer on a broader scale, particularly in regions with high incidence rates. These stakeholders may work together to improve outcomes, make better-informed decisions, and enhance ovarian cancer care by sharing and using the information from this study.

Key Terms in this Chapter

Biomarkers: When it comes to biological processes, the existence of illness, or the response to therapy, there are measurable signs or chemicals in the body that may be used as biomarkers. Biomarkers are characteristics of a disease that may be measured chemically, genetically, or molecularly to help researchers understand the nature and course of cancer.

Ovarian Cancer: This malignancy develops in the female reproductive organs that lay the eggs. The fact that symptoms can not appear until the illness has progressed significantly has earned it the nickname “silent killer” among medical professionals. Because of its high death rates and difficulty in diagnosing, ovarian cancer is a significant public health issue and the subject of much study.

Treatment Personalization: Treatment customization refers to the process of tailoring medical interventions, such as medications and therapies, to the specific characteristics of each patient. Personalization of cancer treatment ensures optimal efficacy with minimal side effects by considering factors such as genetic makeup, biomarker profiles, and disease characteristics.

Artificial Intelligence: A computer system is said to have artificial intelligence (AI) if it can learn and perform tasks typically associated with a human brain. Visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, and language translation are all within the capabilities of these computers. Clinical decision-making, outcome forecasting, and complex data analysis are all areas where artificial intelligence (AI) is finding utility in healthcare.

Predictive Models: The term “predictive model” refers to a class of mathematical and computer tools that may foretell the future by analyzing past data and using statistical techniques. Using pertinent clinical data and characteristics, predictive models are used in healthcare to foretell the course of illness, the efficacy of treatments, or the final results for patients.

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