Artificial neural network and medicine.
Indian J Physiol Pharmacol
;
1998 Jul; 42(3): 321-42
Article
in English
| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-107674
ABSTRACT
The introduction of human brain functions such as perception and cognition into the computer has been made possible by the use of Artificial Neural Network (ANN). ANN are computer models inspired by the structure and behavior of neurons. Like the brain, ANN can recognize patterns, manage data and most significantly, learn. This learning ability, not seen in other computer models simulating human intelligence, constantly improves its functional accuracy as it keeps on performing. Experience is as important for an ANN as it is for man. It is being increasingly used to supplement and even (may be) replace experts, in medicine. However, there is still scope for improvement in some areas. Its ability to classify and interpret various forms of medical data comes as a helping hand to clinical decision making in both diagnosis and treatment. Treatment planning in medicine, radiotherapy, rehabilitation, etc. is being done using ANN. Morbidity and mortality prediction by ANN in different medical situations can be very helpful for hospital management. ANN has a promising future in fundamental research, medical education and surgical robotics.
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IMSEAR (South-East Asia)
Main subject:
Humans
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Neural Networks, Computer
Type of study:
Prognostic study
Language:
English
Journal:
Indian J Physiol Pharmacol
Year:
1998
Type:
Article
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