XGBoost Enhances the Performance of SAFE: A Novel Microwave Imaging System for Early Detection of Malignant Breast Cancer.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Breast cancer is a significant global health concern, and early detection is crucial for improving patient outcomes. Mammography is widely used but has limitations, particularly for younger women with denser breasts. These include reduced sensitivity, false positives, and radiation risks. This highlights the need for alternative screening methods. In this study, we assess the performance of SAFE (Scan and Find Early), a novel microwave imaging device, in detecting breast cancer in a larger patient cohort. Unlike previous studies that predominantly relied on cross-validation, this study employs a more reliable, independent evaluation methodology to enhance generalizability.

Methods

We developed an XGBoost model to classify breast cancer cases into positi

SUBMITTER: Yurtseven A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11764354 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature