What are brain tumors?

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Brain tumors are abnormal cell aggregations in brain tissue, which can be either cancerous or noncancerous (Panda & Panda, 2019). The most common types include Gliomas, Meningiomas, and Pituitary tumors (Panda & Panda, 2019; R.c.suganthe, 2020; Wang, 2023). These tumors are among the most fatal cancers, with various types classified based on location, texture, and shape, and their accurate classification is critical for determining the appropriate treatment (Ayadi et al., 2021; Kumar et al., 2023; Richterová et al., 2014; Vinoparkavi et al., 2023).
Interestingly, while manual classification of brain tumors is time-consuming and prone to errors, advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), particularly deep learning methods like Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), have shown high accuracy in tumor detection and classification from MRI images (Ayadi et al., 2021; Feng & Liu, 2021; Minarno et al., 2021; Panda & Panda, 2019; R.c.suganthe, 2020; Vinoparkavi et al., 2023; Wang, 2023). These automated methods can significantly aid in early detection, which is crucial for patient recovery (Panda & Panda, 2019; R.c.suganthe, 2020).
In summary, brain tumors are a significant medical concern due to their complexity and the necessity for precise classification for treatment. The development of AI-based diagnostic tools, such as CNNs and RNNs, has improved the accuracy and speed of tumor classification from MRI images, offering a promising direction for enhancing patient outcomes (Ayadi et al., 2021; Feng & Liu, 2021; Minarno et al., 2021; Panda & Panda, 2019; R.c.suganthe, 2020; Vinoparkavi et al., 2023; Wang, 2023).

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A Review on Brain Tumor Classification Methodologies

Brain tumor is one of the leading disease in the world. So automated identification and classification of tumors are important for diagnosis. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)is widely used modality for imaging brain. Brain tumor classification refers to classify the brain MR images as normal or abnormal, benign or malignant, low grade or high grade or types. This paper reviews various techniques used for the classification of brain tumors from MR images. Brain tumor classification can be divided into three phases as preprocessing, feature extraction and classification. As segmentation is not mandatory for classification, hence resides in the first phase. The feature extraction phase also contains feature reduction. DWT is efficient for both preprocessing and feature extraction. Texture analysis based on GLCM gives better features for classification where PCA reduces the feature vector maintaining the accuracy of classification of brain MRI. Shape features are important where segmentation has already been performed. The use of SVM along with appropriate kernel techniques can help in classifying the brain tumors from MRI. High accuracy has been achieved to classify brain MRI as normal or abnormal, benign or malignant and low grade or high grade. But classifying the tumors into more particular types is more challenging.

Multi-class Brain Tumor Classification and Segmentation using Hybrid Deep Learning Network Model

Brain tumor classification is a significant task for evaluating tumors and selecting the type of treatment as per their classes. Brain tumors are diagnosed using multiple imaging techniques. However, MRI is frequently utilized since it provides greater image quality and uses non-ionizing radiation. Deep learning (DL) is a subfield of machine learning and recently displayed impressive performance, particularly in segmentation and classifying problems. Based on convolutional neural network (CNN), a Hybrid Deep Learning Network (HDLN) model is proposed in this research for classifying multiple types of brain tumors including glioma, meningioma, and pituitary tumors. The Mask RCNN is used for brain tumor classification. We used a squeeze-and-excitation residual network (SE-ResNet) for brain tumor segmentation, which is a residual network (ResNet) with a squeeze-and-excitation block. A publicly available research dataset is used for testing the proposed model for experiment analysis and it obtained an overall accuracy of 98.53%, 98.64% sensitivity and 98.91% specificity. In comparison to the most advanced classification models, the proposed model obtained the best accuracy. For multi-class brain tumor diseases, the proposed HDLN model demonstrated its superiority to the existing approaches.

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Automated Classification of Brain Tumors from Magnetic Resonance Imaging Using Deep Learning.

Brain tumor classification is crucial for medical evaluation in computer-assisted diagnostics (CAD). However, manual diagnosis of brain tumors from magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can be time-consuming and complex, leading to inaccurate detection and classification. This is mainly because brain tumor identification is a complex procedure that relies on different modules. The advancements in Deep Learning (DL) have assisted in the automated process of medical images and diagnostics for various medical conditions, which benefits the health sector. Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) is one of the most prominent DL methods for visual learning and image classification tasks. This study presents a novel CNN algorithm to classify the brain tumor types of glioma, meningioma, and pituitary. The algorithm was tested on benchmarked data and compared with the existing pre-trained VGG16, VGG19, ResNet50, MobileNetV2, and InceptionV3 algorithms reported in the literature. The experimental results have indicated a high classification accuracy of 98.04%, precision, recall, and f1-score success rate of 98%, respectively. The classification results proved that the most common kinds of brain tumors could be categorized with a high level of accuracy. The presented algorithm has good generalization capability and execution speed that can be helpful in the field of medicine to assist doctors in making prompt and accurate decisions associated with brain tumor diagnosis.

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The Role of Machine Learning in the Detection and Classification of Brain Tumors: A Literature Review of the Past Two Years

A brain tumor is an abnormal growth of cells in the brain. There are four common types of brain tumors.  Doctors can segment and identify the tumors manually, but it is very time-consuming. There exist automatic segmentation algorithms that can facilitate the process. Deep learning is a new method of creating powerful AI models. As a result, there is a need for automatic segmentation algorithms that can facilitate the process and improve the accuracy of brain tumor detection. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have emerged as promising tools for developing such algorithms. In particular, deep learning (DL) methods, such as convolutional neural networks (CNNs), have shown great potential for accurately identifying brain tumors in medical images. This paper presents a literature review of recently published papers (2020-2022) on brain tumor classification and detection using artificial intelligence. The review covers various AI and DL methods, including supervised learning, reinforcement learning, and unsupervised learning. It evaluates their effectiveness in detecting and classifying brain tumors in medical images. The review also discusses the challenges and limitations of these methods, as well as future directions for research in this field.

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