AI-powered Somatic Cancer Cell Analysis for Early Detection of Metastasis: The 62 principal Cancer Types

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15850/ijihs.v13n1.4061

Keywords:

Cancer, early detection, machine learning, metastasis

Abstract

Background: Early detection of metastasis is critical in improving survival outcomes in cancer patients, with artificial intelligence offering advanced tools for predictive analytics.

Objective: To emphasize the importance of early metastasis detection in improving cancer patient outcomes, and to highlight that recent advancements in AI-powered somatic cancer cell analysis may enhance early detection and personalize treatment strategies.

Methods: This study leveraged a comprehensive survival and artificial intelligence (AI) powered analysis to identify key genomic and clinical factors influencing cancer prognosis, with a focus on early metastatic detection. The AI algorithms explored the possibility of detecting tumors with a high spread risk. The study underscored the critical role of AI-powered analysis in the early detection of metastasis and the personalization of treatment strategies in cancer care.

Results: By leveraging advanced AI algorithms, key predictors of cancer prognosis such as fraction genome alteration, primary tumor site, and smoking history, all of which significantly influence metastasis outcomes, were identified. Furthermore, the models demonstrated exceptional predictive accuracy, with XGBoost and Support Vector Machines achieving an accuracy of 0.95.

Conclusion: Integrating AI capabilities into clinical workflows holds the promise of significantly enhancing early detection and treatment of metastatic cancer, thereby improving patient outcomes and optimizing therapeutic interventions.

Author Biographies

Sandile Buthelezi, Sefako Makgatho University

P.HD Student (PhD Statistical Sciences)

Department of Statistics and Operational Research

Solly Matshonisa Seeletse, Department of Statistics and Statistical Sciences, Sefako Makgatho University of Health Sciences

Professor

Taurai Hungwe, Department of Computer Science and Information Technology, Sefako Makgatho University of Health Sciences

Senior Lecturer

Vimbai Mbirimi-Hungwe, Sefako Makgatho University of Health Sciences

Senior Lecturer Academic Literacy and Science Communication, Sefako Makgatho University of Health Sciences

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2025-04-30

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