Frontiers in Endocrinology (Apr 2024)

Advances in artificial intelligence in thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy

  • Chenyuan Yi,
  • Geng Niu,
  • Yinghuai Zhang,
  • Jing Rao,
  • Guiqin Liu,
  • Weihua Yang,
  • XingZhen Fei

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3389/fendo.2024.1356055
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 15

Abstract

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Thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy (TAO), also referred to as Graves’ ophthalmopathy, is a medical condition wherein ocular complications arise due to autoimmune thyroid illness. The diagnosis of TAO, reliant on imaging, typical ocular symptoms, and abnormalities in thyroid function or thyroid-associated antibodies, is generally graded and staged. In recent years, Artificial intelligence(AI), particularly deep learning(DL) technology, has gained widespread use in the diagnosis and treatment of ophthalmic diseases. This paper presents a discussion on specific studies involving AI, specifically DL, in the context of TAO, highlighting their applications in TAO diagnosis, staging, grading, and treatment decisions. Additionally, it addresses certain limitations in AI research on TAO and potential future directions for the field.

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