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Zhang B, Huang S, Zhou C, Zhu J, Chen T, Feng S, Huang C, Wang Z, Wu S, Liu C, Zhan X. Prediction of additional hospital days in patients undergoing cervical spine surgery with machine learning methods. Comput Assist Surg (Abingdon) 2024; 29:2345066. [PMID: 38860617 DOI: 10.1080/24699322.2024.2345066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Machine learning (ML), a subset of artificial intelligence (AI), uses algorithms to analyze data and predict outcomes without extensive human intervention. In healthcare, ML is gaining attention for enhancing patient outcomes. This study focuses on predicting additional hospital days (AHD) for patients with cervical spondylosis (CS), a condition affecting the cervical spine. The research aims to develop an ML-based nomogram model analyzing clinical and demographic factors to estimate hospital length of stay (LOS). Accurate AHD predictions enable efficient resource allocation, improved patient care, and potential cost reduction in healthcare. METHODS The study selected CS patients undergoing cervical spine surgery and investigated their medical data. A total of 945 patients were recruited, with 570 males and 375 females. The mean number of LOS calculated for the total sample was 8.64 ± 3.7 days. A LOS equal to or <8.64 days was categorized as the AHD-negative group (n = 539), and a LOS > 8.64 days comprised the AHD-positive group (n = 406). The collected data was randomly divided into training and validation cohorts using a 7:3 ratio. The parameters included their general conditions, chronic diseases, preoperative clinical scores, and preoperative radiographic data including ossification of the anterior longitudinal ligament (OALL), ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL), cervical instability and magnetic resonance imaging T2-weighted imaging high signal (MRI T2WIHS), operative indicators and complications. ML-based models like Lasso regression, random forest (RF), and support vector machine (SVM) recursive feature elimination (SVM-RFE) were developed for predicting AHD-related risk factors. The intersections of the variables screened by the aforementioned algorithms were utilized to construct a nomogram model for predicting AHD in patients. The area under the curve (AUC) of the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve and C-index were used to evaluate the performance of the nomogram. Calibration curve and decision curve analysis (DCA) were performed to test the calibration performance and clinical utility. RESULTS For these participants, 25 statistically significant parameters were identified as risk factors for AHD. Among these, nine factors were obtained as the intersection factors of these three ML algorithms and were used to develop a nomogram model. These factors were gender, age, body mass index (BMI), American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) scores, magnetic resonance imaging T2-weighted imaging high signal (MRI T2WIHS), operated segment, intraoperative bleeding volume, the volume of drainage, and diabetes. After model validation, the AUC was 0.753 in the training cohort and 0.777 in the validation cohort. The calibration curve exhibited a satisfactory agreement between the nomogram predictions and actual probabilities. The C-index was 0.788 (95% confidence interval: 0.73214-0.84386). On the decision curve analysis (DCA), the threshold probability of the nomogram ranged from 1 to 99% (training cohort) and 1 to 75% (validation cohort). CONCLUSION We successfully developed an ML model for predicting AHD in patients undergoing cervical spine surgery, showcasing its potential to support clinicians in AHD identification and enhance perioperative treatment strategies.
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- Bin Zhang
- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
- Department of Orthopaedics, The Guizhou Hospital of Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Guiyang, China
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- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Spine and Osteopathy Ward, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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Zhao W, Qin S, Wang Q, Chen Y, Liu K, Xin P, Lang N. Assessment of Hidden Blood Loss in Spinal Metastasis Surgery: A Comprehensive Approach with MRI-Based Radiomics Models. J Magn Reson Imaging 2024; 59:2023-2032. [PMID: 37578031 DOI: 10.1002/jmri.28954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2023] [Revised: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Patients undergoing surgery for spinal metastasis are predisposed to hidden blood loss (HBL), which is associated with poor surgical outcomes but unpredictable. PURPOSE To evaluate the role of MRI-based radiomics models for assess the risk of HBL in patients undergoing spinal metastasis surgery. STUDY TYPE Retrospective. SUBJECTS 202 patients (42.6% female) operated on for spinal metastasis with a mean age of 58 ± 11 years were divided into a training (n = 162) and a validation cohort (n = 40). FIELD STRENGTH/SEQUENCE 1.5T or 3.0T scanners. Sagittal T1-weighted and fat-suppressed T2-weighted imaging sequences. ASSESSMENT HBL was calculated using the Gross formula. Patients were classified as low and high HBL group, with 1000 mL as the threshold. Radiomics models were constructed with radiomics features. The radiomics score (Radscore) was obtained from the optimal radiomics model. Clinical variables were accessed using univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses. Independent risk variables were used to build a clinical model. Clinical variables combined with Radscore were used to establish a combined model. STATISTICAL TESTS Predictive performance was evaluated using area under the curve (AUC), accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, and F1 score. Calibration curves and decision curves analyses were produced to evaluate the accuracy and clinical utility. RESULTS Among the radiomics models, the fusion (T1WI + FS-T2WI) model demonstrated the highest predictive efficacy (AUC: 0.744, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.576-0.914). The Radscore model (AUC: 0.809, 95% CI: 0.664-0.954) performs slightly better than the clinical model (AUC: 0.721, 95% CI: 0.524-0.918; P = 0.418) and the combined model (AUC: 0.752, 95% CI: 0.593-0.911; P = 0.178). DATA CONCLUSION A radiomics model may serve as a promising assessment tool for the risk of HBL in patients undergoing spinal metastasis surgery, and guide perioperative planning to improve surgical outcomes. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 3 TECHNICAL EFFICACY: Stage 2.
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- Weili Zhao
- Department of Radiology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Radiology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Radiology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Radiology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Radiology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Radiology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Radiology, Peking University Third Hospital, Beijing, China
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Dijkstra H, van de Kuit A, de Groot T, Canta O, Groot OQ, Oosterhoff JH, Doornberg JN. Systematic review of machine-learning models in orthopaedic trauma. Bone Jt Open 2024; 5:9-19. [PMID: 38226447 PMCID: PMC10790183 DOI: 10.1302/2633-1462.51.bjo-2023-0095.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2024] Open
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Aims Machine-learning (ML) prediction models in orthopaedic trauma hold great promise in assisting clinicians in various tasks, such as personalized risk stratification. However, an overview of current applications and critical appraisal to peer-reviewed guidelines is lacking. The objectives of this study are to 1) provide an overview of current ML prediction models in orthopaedic trauma; 2) evaluate the completeness of reporting following the Transparent Reporting of a multivariable prediction model for Individual Prognosis Or Diagnosis (TRIPOD) statement; and 3) assess the risk of bias following the Prediction model Risk Of Bias Assessment Tool (PROBAST) tool. Methods A systematic search screening 3,252 studies identified 45 ML-based prediction models in orthopaedic trauma up to January 2023. The TRIPOD statement assessed transparent reporting and the PROBAST tool the risk of bias. Results A total of 40 studies reported on training and internal validation; four studies performed both development and external validation, and one study performed only external validation. The most commonly reported outcomes were mortality (33%, 15/45) and length of hospital stay (9%, 4/45), and the majority of prediction models were developed in the hip fracture population (60%, 27/45). The overall median completeness for the TRIPOD statement was 62% (interquartile range 30 to 81%). The overall risk of bias in the PROBAST tool was low in 24% (11/45), high in 69% (31/45), and unclear in 7% (3/45) of the studies. High risk of bias was mainly due to analysis domain concerns including small datasets with low number of outcomes, complete-case analysis in case of missing data, and no reporting of performance measures. Conclusion The results of this study showed that despite a myriad of potential clinically useful applications, a substantial part of ML studies in orthopaedic trauma lack transparent reporting, and are at high risk of bias. These problems must be resolved by following established guidelines to instil confidence in ML models among patients and clinicians. Otherwise, there will remain a sizeable gap between the development of ML prediction models and their clinical application in our day-to-day orthopaedic trauma practice.
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- Hidde Dijkstra
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
- University Center for Geriatric Medicine, University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Centre Utrecht, University of Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Department of Engineering Systems & Services, Faculty Technology Policy and Management, Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery, Flinders Medical Center, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
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Ghanem M, Ghaith AK, El-Hajj VG, Bhandarkar A, de Giorgio A, Elmi-Terander A, Bydon M. Limitations in Evaluating Machine Learning Models for Imbalanced Binary Outcome Classification in Spine Surgery: A Systematic Review. Brain Sci 2023; 13:1723. [PMID: 38137171 PMCID: PMC10741524 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci13121723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2023] [Revised: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Clinical prediction models for spine surgery applications are on the rise, with an increasing reliance on machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL). Many of the predicted outcomes are uncommon; therefore, to ensure the models' effectiveness in clinical practice it is crucial to properly evaluate them. This systematic review aims to identify and evaluate current research-based ML and DL models applied for spine surgery, specifically those predicting binary outcomes with a focus on their evaluation metrics. Overall, 60 papers were included, and the findings were reported according to the PRISMA guidelines. A total of 13 papers focused on lengths of stay (LOS), 12 on readmissions, 12 on non-home discharge, 6 on mortality, and 5 on reoperations. The target outcomes exhibited data imbalances ranging from 0.44% to 42.4%. A total of 59 papers reported the model's area under the receiver operating characteristic (AUROC), 28 mentioned accuracies, 33 provided sensitivity, 29 discussed specificity, 28 addressed positive predictive value (PPV), 24 included the negative predictive value (NPV), 25 indicated the Brier score with 10 providing a null model Brier, and 8 detailed the F1 score. Additionally, data visualization varied among the included papers. This review discusses the use of appropriate evaluation schemes in ML and identifies several common errors and potential bias sources in the literature. Embracing these recommendations as the field advances may facilitate the integration of reliable and effective ML models in clinical settings.
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- Marc Ghanem
- Mayo Clinic Neuro-Informatics Laboratory, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55902, USA; (M.G.); (A.K.G.); (V.G.E.-H.); (A.B.); (M.B.)
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
- School of Medicine, Lebanese American University, Byblos 4504, Lebanon
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- Mayo Clinic Neuro-Informatics Laboratory, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55902, USA; (M.G.); (A.K.G.); (V.G.E.-H.); (A.B.); (M.B.)
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
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- Mayo Clinic Neuro-Informatics Laboratory, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55902, USA; (M.G.); (A.K.G.); (V.G.E.-H.); (A.B.); (M.B.)
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet, 17177 Stockholm, Sweden
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- Mayo Clinic Neuro-Informatics Laboratory, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55902, USA; (M.G.); (A.K.G.); (V.G.E.-H.); (A.B.); (M.B.)
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
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- Artificial Engineering, Via del Rione Sirignano, 80121 Naples, Italy;
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet, 17177 Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Surgical Sciences, Uppsala University, 75236 Uppsala, Sweden
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- Mayo Clinic Neuro-Informatics Laboratory, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55902, USA; (M.G.); (A.K.G.); (V.G.E.-H.); (A.B.); (M.B.)
- Department of Neurological Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
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