J. Zhou , M.S. Wibawa , R. Wang , Y. Deng , H. Huang , Z. Luo , Y. Xia , X. Guo , L.S. Young , K.-W. Lo , N. Rajpoot , X. Lv
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Multimodal AI-based risk stratification for distant metastasis in nasopharyngeal carcinoma
Background
The TNM (tumour–node–metastasis) staging system is the primary tool for treatment decisions in nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC). However, therapeutic outcomes vary considerably between patients, and guidelines for the management of distant metastasis treatment remain limited. This study aimed to develop and validate a deep learning-based risk score to predict NPC survival.
Methods
We developed a graph for nasopharyngeal carcinoma (GNPC) risk score, a multimodal deep-learning-based digital score incorporating signals from both haematoxylin and eosin-stained tissue slides and clinical information. Digitised images of NPC tissue slides were represented as graphs to capture spatial context and tumour heterogeneity. The proposed GNPC score was developed and validated on 1949 patients from two independent cohorts.
Results
The GNPC score successfully stratified patients in both cohorts, achieving statistically significant results for distant metastasis (P < 0.001), overall survival (P < 0.01), and local recurrence (P < 0.05). Further downstream analyses of morphological characteristics, molecular features, and genomic profiles identified several factors associated with GNPC-score-based risk groups.
Conclusion
The proposed digital score demonstrates robust predictive performance for distant metastasis, overall survival, and local recurrence in NPC. These findings highlight its potential to assist with personalised treatment strategies and improve clinical management for NPC.
期刊介绍:
ESMO Open is the online-only, open access journal of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). It is a peer-reviewed publication dedicated to sharing high-quality medical research and educational materials from various fields of oncology. The journal specifically focuses on showcasing innovative clinical and translational cancer research.
ESMO Open aims to publish a wide range of research articles covering all aspects of oncology, including experimental studies, translational research, diagnostic advancements, and therapeutic approaches. The content of the journal includes original research articles, insightful reviews, thought-provoking editorials, and correspondence. Moreover, the journal warmly welcomes the submission of phase I trials and meta-analyses. It also showcases reviews from significant ESMO conferences and meetings, as well as publishes important position statements on behalf of ESMO.
Overall, ESMO Open offers a platform for scientists, clinicians, and researchers in the field of oncology to share their valuable insights and contribute to advancing the understanding and treatment of cancer. The journal serves as a source of up-to-date information and fosters collaboration within the oncology community.