Lung Nodule Detection using Deep Learning
We propose training of a deep neural networks based CAD system to make lung cancer screening more cost-effective [3-5].
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* Develop a deep neural networks based CAD system to decet lung nodules.
* Asses system performance in detecting nodules and classifying them as benign or malignant.
* Asses system robustness by using similar data bases for testing such as LIDC-IDRI
Vismantas Dilys, Scientist, Canon Medical Research Europe Ltd.
Erin Beveridge, Clinical Analyst, Canon Medical Research Europe Ltd.
Keith Goatman, Principal Scientist, Canon Medical Research Europe Ltd.