Cancer Detection Using Artificial Intelligence: A Paradigm in Early Diagnosis

Abstract

Cancer detection has long been a continuous key performer in oncological research. The revolution of artificial intelligence (AI) and its application in the field of cancer turned out to be more promising in the recent years. This paper provides a detailed review of the various aspects of AI in different cancers and their staging. The role of AI in interpreting and processing the imaging data, its accuracy and sensitivity to detect the tumors is examined. The images obtained through imaging modalities like MRI, CT, ultrasound etc. are considered in this review. Further the review highlights the implementation of AI algorithms in 12 types of cancers like breast cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer etc. as discussed in the recent oncological studies. The review served to summarize the challenges involved with AI application. It revealed the efficacy of AI in detecting the region, size, and grade of cancer. While CT and ultrasound proved to be the ideal imaging modalities for cancer detection, MRI was helpful for cancer staging. The review bestows a roadmap to fully utilize the potential of AI in early cancer detection and staging to enhance patient survival.