Brain Tumor Classification. 21.03.2024 (V2)
Brain Tumor Classification. 21.03.2024 (V2)
Title of Synopsis:
Brain tumor Classification using Machine Learning
Student Name:
Seep Anwar
Student ID:
221851
1. Introduction.............................................................................................................................3
2. Literature Review..................................................................................................................7
3. Proposed Methodology........................................................................................................13
3.4Models of Classification..................................................................................................17
3.4.3Histopathological Data...............................................................................................18
3.4.5Imaging Data..............................................................................................................18
3.4.6Clinical Information...................................................................................................18
3.4.8Ethical Considerations...............................................................................................18
5 REFERENCES......................................................................................................................21
1. Introduction
Brain tumors are a diverse range of neoplastic diseases that arise from the
central nervous system (CNS). Accurate classification of brain cell tumors is a
challenging task due to their diverse cellular and molecular profiles. Histopathological
analyses, which clarify morphological features that influence diagnosis and prognosis,
have historically played a major role in the classification of brain tumors. But the
complexity and diversity of brain cell tumors themselves demand a more detailed and
all-encompassing categorization scheme (Ayadi, Elhamzi et al. 2021).
1.1 Research Motivation
The field of molecular biology and genomics has made substantial strides in
comprehending the molecular signatures and underlying genetic alterations linked to
distinct subtypes of brain tumors.(Díaz-Pernas, Martínez-Zarzuela et al. 2021) Even
with these advancements, it is still very difficult to classify something accurately and
clinically. The shortcomings of traditional diagnostic techniques, in particular when it
comes to identifying the complex molecular environments of brain cell tumors,
highlight the need for novel and comprehensive methods.(Raza, Ayub et al. 2022)
An international, systematic approach to brain tumor nomenclature was not
successfully established in the early going. Examples of these attempts include the
International Union Against Cancer (UICC)(Sharif, Khan et al. 2021), the Atlas of the
Histology of Brain Tumors (Kumar, Mankame et al. 2020), and the Atlas of Gross
Neurosurgical Pathology (Nayak, Padhy et al. 2022). Not much international
recognition was given to even the seminal 1952 Armed Forces Institute of Pathology
(AFIP) Fascicle Tumors of the Central Nervous System by James W. Kernohan and
George P. Sayre (Muhammad, Khan et al. 2020). A WHO Expert Committee on
Health Statistics subcommittee released its findings in 1952 on the general principles
supporting a statistically meaningful classification of human tumors of different
organs.(Kaplan, Kaya et al. 2020).
Three components of this classification—anatomical site, histologic tumor type,
and degree or “grade” of malignancy—were judged essential to ensure simplicity and
adaptability of coding (Aamir, Rahman et al. 2022). The central nervous system
(CNS) tumor classification system developed by the World Health Organization
(WHO) offers a common nosologic system that researchers, clinicians, and patients
can use when talking about primary CNS tumors. (Abd El Kader, Xu et al. 2021)
The foundation of the current system for classifying CNS tumors can be found
in the 1926 publication A Classification of the Tumors of the Glioma Group on a
Histogenetic Basis with a Correlated Study of Prognosis by Bailey and Cushing.
(Alqudah, Alquraan et al. 2020) Many rival CNS tumor classification schemes that
categorize tumors according to their microscopical morphology surfaced in the
ensuing years. Since its first edition was released in 1979 by WHO, its system for
classifying CNS tumors has become the global standard.(Tandel, Balestrieri et al.
2020) Many methods have been investigated to address the major challenge of
identifying and categorizing brain tumors. Deep learning techniques and feature-based
handcrafted methods make up the two main categories into which the current methods
can be broadly divided (Amin, Sharif et al. 2018).
Several techniques are used in the field of handcrafted methods to detect brain
tumors. These consist of the Otsu clustering technique, bias field correction, and the
combination of Random Forest (RF) classifiers with HOG + LBP features. (Lahmiri
and Control 2017) Furthermore, methods for MR image analysis include Particle
Swarm Optimization (PSO), Tsallis and region-growing approaches, and local
polynomial approximation using genetic algorithms.(Dey, Ashour et al. 2015) While
RF methods with spatial texture features are used for stroke lesion detection, texture
features and wavelet features have been used to distinguish between diseased and
normal MRI (Raja, Fernandes et al. 2018).
While RF methods with spatial texture features are used for stroke lesion
detection, texture features and wavelet features have been used to distinguish between
diseased and normal MRI. Different mathematical features related to morphology,
statistics, and texture are extracted in order to distinguish between benign and
malignant tumors.(Abbasi and Tajeripour 2017) Convolutional Neural Networks
(CNNs), in particular, are a popular deep learning technique for brain tumor detection.
In order to identify sub-tumoral regions, CNNs extract contextual features from each
candidate lesion, both locally and globally (Kong, Guo et al. 2018). Additional deep
learning techniques include three-dimensional CNN for brain lesion segmentation,
two-pathway cascaded neural network models for emphasizing small glioma details,
and multi-scale Convolutional Label Evaluation Net (MUSCLE Net) and ensemble
models for stroke detection. Tumor diagnosis has been accomplished with the use of
autoencoders and CNN-based automated techniques.(Rajinikanth, Madhavaraja et al.
2017) Deep learning advances have not eliminated the difficulties in obtaining high
accuracy for sub-tumoral regions, including complete, edematous, and enhanced
tumor areas. Accuracy trade-offs between tumor regions are common in current
methods.(Sharif, Khan et al. 2020)
Beyond machine learning, a variety of techniques are used in the diagnosis
and treatment of brain tumors. First and foremost, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
is the gold standard for diagnosing brain tumors. MRI offers detailed images of the
anatomy of the brain and can differentiate between different types of tissues, assisting
in the detection and characterization of tumors. (Zacharaki, 2009) Computed
tomography (CT) scans are useful in detecting features such as hemorrhage and
calcification within tumors, but they are less sensitive for evaluating soft tissue than
MRI. They are frequently used in conjunction with CT or MRI to identify areas of
increased metabolic activity indicative of tumor presence. (Agarwal, 2021)
By mapping brain function and identifying tumor-affected regions, functional
magnetic resonance imaging, or fMRI, helps surgeons plan tumor resection while
maintaining vital brain functions. (Mashiat, 2020)For a conclusive diagnosis of a
tumor, biopsy procedures are necessary. While needle biopsy provides a less invasive
option, surgical biopsy requires removing a small tissue sample for pathological
analysis. Through the use of tissue samples, pathologists can examine them under a
microscope to help classify tumors and determine the best course of treatment. When
tumors have spread to the spinal cord or involve the meninges, lumbar puncture can
be used to obtain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), which can be analyzed to reveal tumor
cells or markers that may indicate a brain tumor. (Chrastina, 2012)
Blood tests may find certain markers linked to the presence of brain tumors, even
though they are not specifically for brain tumors. Sometimes elevated blood levels of
particular proteins or enzymes can be a sign of a brain tumor. Electroencephalography
(EEG) is one electrophysiological test that measures brain electrical activity and can
help diagnose brain tumors, especially those that cause seizures and impair brain
function. Furthermore, alterations in vision, speech, motor function, or cognitive
abilities are among the signs and symptoms suggestive of a brain tumor that can be
found with a comprehensive neurological examination performed by a medical
professional (Sharanreddy, 2013). To precisely identify and describe brain tumors,
these diagnostic techniques are frequently used in tandem to inform prognostic and
treatment choices. Using different diagnostic approaches in clinical practice is
important because improving outcomes for patients with brain tumors depends on
early detection and diagnosis.
1.2 Research Gap
The difficulties in analyzing the massive amounts of data produced by
sophisticated imaging methods, especially magnetic resonance imaging (MRI),
highlight the research gap in brain cell tumor classification. Although MRI has been
shown to be an invaluable tool in the diagnosis of brain tumors, the amount of data it
produces is still enormous, making manual classification extremely challenging. This
is especially true because the problem is typical in that it can occasionally be
challenging to draw a clear distinction between regions that are either tumorous or
non-tumorous. Even with all of its advantages, MRI is not 100% reliable. The largest
disadvantage is that, when taking a series of pictures through the ISS, its absolute
value is statistically insignificant. Large volumes of MRI scans would be taken into
consideration, so in order to achieve this; we need an effective and dependable system
to carry out the tasks with high accuracy and completeness.
In addition to putting this into practice, there is also the need to lower the
number of fatal cases, since the rate of brain cancer may still be rising. The two
primary areas of unmet research need are locating the most practical ways to solve
problems with Internet of Things technologies and identifying the strategies that will
promote sustainable development. This study's main objective is to conduct a
thorough analysis of the operational classifications that are crucial to the
categorization of brain tumor . One may compare and criticise traditional imaging
technologies such as radiological devices or histopathological analysis, or one can use
computational methods of machine learning. This study aims to assess the tumor
classification precision and accuracy of these models, as well as identify the features
that work best and which should be avoided when applying them to different models.
The goal is to provide a critical analysis of the existing approaches, emphasizing both
their advantages and disadvantages as well as the potential for some minor method
revisions.
Future research on these technologies from the perspective of brain cell
tumors would provide another important topic in order to stay up to date with the
latest innovations. These complexities make it necessary to examine the most
important recent advances in the sciences, including cellular biology, genomics, and
other technologies. We will look at how these technologies aided in improving tumor
accuracy and cancer classification in order to meet the goal. The goal of this research
is to pave new paths for tumor classification by thoroughly examining the
opportunities these novel techniques present. The primary goal is to identify
substitutes for the current methods, which have certain drawbacks. As technology is
constantly evolving, the goal of this research is to increase understanding in that field
and utilize all the benefits that these technologies offer in terms of the precision of
neuro-oncology diagnosis.
2. Literature Review:
Numerous studies devoted to the categorization of brain tumor are reported in
the literature. Nonetheless, some works are based on multi-class classification, while
others use multiple works for binary classification. The approaches to classification
rely on whether the tumor area is segmented or not.(Kang, Ullah et al. 2021)
A novel method for classifying brain tumor into multiple classes based on
dictionary learning and sparse coding is put forth by (Al-Shaikhli, Yang et al. 2014).
This proposed method builds and learns a dictionary by utilizing topo-logical and
texture features. Fifty cases of normal brain, fifty cases of brain glioma, fifty cases of
brain glioblastoma, and fifty cases of brain metastatic cancer are gathered by utilizing
three medical datasets. Tenfold cross-validation is used in the testing phase to assess
the classification's performance. Experimental results show that the classification
using sparse coding performs better than other cutting-edge techniques and has an
accuracy of 93.7%.
In 2009, Hang et al. developed a precise new cancer diagnosis method based
on gene expression data and sparse representations. used six datasets and compared
the outcomes of the suggested scheme with older options. The experimental results
indicate that the suggested approach is more effective than the previous method.