Application of computer-aided detection for NCCN-based follow-up recommendation in subsolid nodules: Effect on inter-observer agreement.

ABSTRACT:

Rationale and objectives

Computer-aided detection (CAD) of pulmonary nodules reduces the impact of observer variability, improving the reliability and reproducibility of nodule assessments in clinical practice. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the impact of CAD on inter-observer agreement in the follow-up management of subsolid nodules.

Materials and methods

A dataset comprising 60 subsolid nodule cases was constructed based on the National Cancer Center lung cancer screening data. Five observers independently assessed all low-dose computed tomography scans and assigned follow-up management strategies to each case according to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) guidelines, using both manual measurements and CAD assistance. The linearly weighted Cohen's kap

SUBMITTER: Quanyang W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10832308 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature