SRM INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF NETWORKING AND COMMUNICATIONS
18CSP107L - MINOR PROJECT

Breast Cancer Detection

Student 1 Reg No: RA2011028010017

Student 2 Reg No:RA2011028010055
Batch ID:
Guide name and Designation:Dr.Meenakshi K ,Assistant Professor
 Table of content

● Abstract
● Introduction
● Motivation and Statistics
● Challenges
● Proposed Idea
● Novelty
● Conclusion
● References
Abstract
Breast cancer is a prevalent and significant health issue affecting women worldwide. Early
identification is crucial for effective management and reducing mortality rates.
Computer-aided detection/diagnosis (CAD) systems play a vital role in early identification.
This paper aims to leverage recent advances in CAD systems and related techniques to
predict breast cancer presence. Machine learning, where machines learn and perform tasks
independently, is employed using trained data to predict whether a person has breast
cancer or not.
Introduction
The proposed BCDS ( Breast Cancer Detection System) encompasses a multi-step
approach, starting with the pre-processing of mammography images to enhance their
quality and remove noise. Subsequently, a feature extraction module is employed to extract
relevant features from the pre-processed images, focusing on areas of interest,
microcalcifications, and masses. These features act as vital discriminative characteristics
for distinguishing between benign and malignant tissues. To assess the system's
performance, the BCDS is rigorously evaluated using a variety of metrics, including
accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, and area under the receiver operating characteristic curve
(AUC-ROC). Comparative analysis is conducted to demonstrate the superiority of the
proposed approach over traditional methods.
Motivation & Statistics
● Breast Cancer Impact: Breast cancer is a significant health concern
worldwide, affecting millions of women each year. Early detection is
crucial for effective treatment and improved survival rates. Machine
learning algorithms have shown great promise in aiding early breast
cancer detection.

● Improving Accuracy: Traditional breast cancer screening methods may

have limitations in terms of accuracy and false-positive/negative rates.
Machine learning techniques can help enhance the accuracy of breast
cancer detection, leading to better outcomes for patients.

● Survival Rates: Early detection significantly improves breast cancer

survival rates. The American Cancer Society reports that the 5-year
relative survival rate for localized breast cancer (confined to the breast)
is 99%, while it drops to 27% for distant-stage breast cancer (spread to
distant organs).
Challenges and Proposed Ideas

Challenges are mostly modeling based on records of only one database, and the
lack of access to genetic data that could influence the findings of the study.

Usage of different machine learning approaches are used considering

demographic, laboratory, and mammography features, resulting in comparing the
performance of different approaches in predicting breast cancer.
Novelty
● Enhanced Accuracy: Machine learning algorithms, especially deep learning techniques like CNNs,
can process vast amounts of data and extract intricate patterns. This enables higher accuracy in
distinguishing between malignant and benign tumors compared to traditional diagnostic methods.

● Early Detection: Machine learning models can analyze subtle changes in breast tissue patterns,
allowing for early detection of potential tumors before they become clinically evident. This early
detection significantly improves the chances of successful treatment and better patient outcomes.

● Personalized Treatment Plans: ML-based systems can analyze patient data, including genetic
information, medical history, and imaging results, to create personalized treatment plans. This
approach ensures that patients receive tailored therapies that are more effective and have fewer
side effects.
.● Handling Big Data: Machine learning can efficiently handle and process massive
datasets, including medical images, patient records, and genomic data. It enables
researchers to extract valuable insights and trends from big data, leading to better
understanding of breast cancer and potential breakthroughs.
● Integration with Imaging Technology: Machine learning algorithms can be
integrated with various medical imaging technologies, such as mammograms,
ultrasounds, and MRIs. This integration enhances the accuracy and reliability of
breast cancer detection and reduces the chances of false negatives or false
positives.
● Real-time Decision Support: ML models can provide real-time decision support to
healthcare professionals, assisting them in making accurate diagnoses and
treatment recommendations promptly.
● Continuous Learning: ML models can continuously learn and improve over time as
they receive more data, leading to adaptive and updated diagnostic approaches.
● Cost-effectiveness: ML-based systems have the potential to streamline healthcare
processes, reduce manual workload, and optimize resource utilization, making
breast cancer detection and treatment more cost-effective.
Conclusion
The results demonstrate that the BCDS achieves high accuracy and sensitivity in detecting
breast cancer, outperforming existing systems and demonstrating its potential to
significantly impact breast cancer diagnostics. Furthermore, the system's efficiency allows
for quick processing and real-time diagnosis, leading to reduced waiting times for patients
and better allocation of medical resources.
Reference
1. Sweta Bhise, Simran Bepari, Shrutika Gadeka, Dr. Shailendra Aswale “Breast
Cancer Detection using Machine Learning Techniques”(July-2021)
2. Ali Bou Nasser, Manar Abu Talib, Qassim MH Nasir, Yaman Mohamad Afadar
“Breast cancer detection using artificial intelligence techniques: A systematic
literature review”(March 2022)
3. Thippaluru Umamaheswari; Y. Murali Mohan Babu “Literature Review on
Breast Cancer Diagnosis using 3D Images: Methods and Performance
Analysis”(2021)
4. Wenbin Yue,Zidong Wang ,Hongwei Chen ,Annette Payne and Xiaohu
“Machine Learning with Applications in Breast Cancer Diagnosis and
Prognosis”(May 2018)
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