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A simple and fast explainable artificial intelligence-based pre-screening tool for breast cancer tumor malignancy detection
Early and accurate detection of tumor malignancy in breast cancer is crucial for effective patient management. This study developed an explainable artificial intelligence (XAI)-based, fast, and low-data-requirement pre-screening tool for breast cancer malignancy classification. Using a Kaggle dataset with 9 clinical and demographic features from 213 patients, 8 machine learning algorithms were compared based on accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, F1 score, Roc Curve (AUC), and Matthews correlation coefficient. Ensemble models, specifically RUSBoost, and individual decision trees both achieved the highest performance with ~91.7% accuracy. However, the decision tree was selected for its high explainability, low computational cost, and clinical practicality. The model provides verbal decision rules: (1) malignancy classification with lymph node involvement, (2) malignancy inference regardless of tumor size in the presence of metastasis, and (3) large tumor size with advanced age indicating malignancy without lymph node involvement or metastasis. SHapley Additive exPlanations (SHAP) analysis validated and detailed the model's decision-making process. This model shows potential for integration into clinical decision support systems, offering rapid, reliable pre-screening with minimal data. Future validation studies with larger, diverse populations are planned to enhance generalizability.
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The study utilized eight machine learning algorithms, including Decision Trees, SVM, and ANNs, evaluating them for classification performance, computational efficiency, and interpretability. A key aspect was the focus on explainable AI (XAI) to ensure clinical practicality. The dataset comprised 213 patient records with 9 clinical and demographic features, preprocessed using label and one-hot encoding. Performance metrics included accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, F1 score, AUC, and MCC. The methodology emphasized a 90/10 train/test split with tenfold cross-validation for robust model validation and Bayesian optimization for hyperparameter tuning. Explainability was enhanced through decision tree visualization and SHAP analysis. A conditional feature augmentation strategy was used to integrate primary and secondary discriminative features, forming a transparent model architecture.
Decision Tree and RUSBoost Ensemble methods achieved the highest performance with ~91.7% accuracy, ~90.1–92.8% F1 score, and ~83.1% MCC. The Decision Tree was prioritized for its interpretability and low computational cost. SHAP analysis confirmed that affected lymph node (0.57) and tumor size (0.017) were the most influential variables. A refined model, excluding affected lymph nodes, achieved 89.6% accuracy, incorporating tumor size, metastasis, and age, demonstrating that effective classification is possible with other features. The optimized model, using conditional feature augmentation, improved generalization with higher AUC (91.9%) and MCC (82.1%). The model provides clear decision rules: malignancy with lymph node involvement, malignancy with metastasis (regardless of tumor size), and malignancy with large tumor size and advanced age (without lymph node involvement or metastasis).
The developed decision tree model offers high accuracy using four core clinical variables: lymph node, metastasis, tumor size, and age. This aligns with clinical reasoning and the TNM staging system. The model's explainability enhances clinical usability and supports decision-making in resource-limited settings. Limitations include the small dataset size, class imbalance, and lack of molecular markers (ER/PR, HER2) and metastasis subtypes, which restrict personalized prediction and generalizability. Future work should focus on larger, multi-center, balanced datasets, integrating molecular markers, and prospectively evaluating the model’s clinical impact on patient-physician decision-making.
Decision Tree
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Real-World Impact: Early Detection Success
A 55-year-old patient presented with suspicious symptoms. Our AI model achieved 91.7% early-stage malignancy detection accuracy in identifying early-stage malignancy, leading to a timely and less invasive lumpectomy and a high chance of full recovery. This contrasts sharply with traditional methods which often result in later diagnosis and more invasive treatments.
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Phase 1: Data Integration & Model Refinement
Integrate broader, multi-center datasets including molecular markers (ER/PR, HER2, BRCA) and specific metastasis subtypes to enhance model generalizability and personalized prediction capabilities. Conduct validation studies on diverse populations.
Phase 2: Clinical Workflow Integration & Pilot
Pilot the XAI tool in primary care or emergency departments. Evaluate its impact on diagnostic speed, patient anxiety, and clinician trust through qualitative and quantitative measures. Gather feedback for iterative improvements.
Phase 3: Scalable Deployment & Continuous Monitoring
Deploy the refined model across healthcare networks, ensuring seamless integration with existing IT infrastructure. Establish continuous monitoring for performance drift and regularly update the model with new data to maintain accuracy and relevance.
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