Pub Date : 2024-07-30DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2165
Binta Ahmad, Bola Balogun, Nyofo Habu Shitta, Amina Abubakar Nasir, Epsar Philip Kopteer, James Adah John, Sumaiyat Kpanja Abdullahi, Rukkaya Musa, Kamila Abba Tukur, Vivian Aaron Ibrahim, Elizabeth Rizga Jackson, Jibatswen Agbutsokwa Hosea, Samson Darwang Bitrus, Sunday Adah Ikwue
Wheat is the second largest contributor to Nigeria's food import bill and puts pressure on the foreign reserve of the nation. Land suitability assessment is a prerequisite to achieving optimum utilization of the available land resources. Lack of knowledge on best combination of factors that suit production of wheat has contributed to the low produce. The study aims to assess land suitability of wheat production in kano using selected physical materials with the objectives to map out existing locations for wheat production in kano state, determine other areas that may be suitable for wheat production. The study utilized Landsat 8; Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) Multi-criteria Evaluator (MCE) integrated with GIS. Spatial factors for wheat cultivation such as soil texture, soil type, soil slope, rainfall range, geology map, elevation, land use land cover and their attribute were identified and were processed into spatial data. The factors were weighed according to their relevance. Land suitability model was constructed in ArcGIS software and spatial data were imported into (SRTM) and link to the land suitability model constructed. The spatial data integrated were computed and final visualization of land suitability map was produced and using ArcGIS 10.3 to identify potential areas. The result obtained showed that 16% were unsuitable, 19% were moderately suitable, 25% were highly suitably and then 40% were most suitable in the study area. Based on this finding, it is recommended that wheat cultivation should be practiced in a large scale in Kano state.
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Pub Date : 2024-07-30DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.1834
Oni Emmanuel Sunday, Arit Nwogu, Ehiremen E. Samuel, Alewi O. Oladeji, Ohaka ThankGod, Alewi Monisola Florence, Oni Emmanuel Ayomide
It is reported that variations in the nucleotide sequence of protamine genes play contributory role in men’s fertility. The aim of this study was to evaluate single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in protamine 2 genes (PRM2) of infertile and fertile men in Southwest, Nigeria. In this cross-sectional study, 92 volunteers (57 infertile men and 35 fertile men) age 30-59 years who visited fertility clinics at the time of this study were recruited after thorough evaluation of their clinical fertility histories and confirmation of their fertility statuses, aided by Computer Assisted Semen Analyzer and WHO guidelines for semen analysis. Polymerase chain reaction analysis of SNPs in PRM2 in the semen samples was determined. BLAST results of the 5’-UTR of PRM2, identified 16 novel SNPs in total, in the infertile and fertile men. Out of the 16 SNPs discovered, 15 SNPs were found in the infertile men, randomly distributed and 7 SNPs were discovered in the fertile men. However, there were six SNPs which were common between the infertile and fertile men. The common SNPs occurred at one or more loci in the PRM2 in the infertile men than in the fertile men. We found one variant rs2069880799 (16C>T) present in the fertile men but missing in the infertile men. In general, the SNPs in PRM2 were statistically different between the infertile and fertile men when compared. All the SNPs discovered, according to NCBI database were clinically non pathological.
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Pub Date : 2024-07-30DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2088
Spiros Koutandos
In this paper we are examining the metric of the four dimensional world embedded in five dimensions. We prove that the worldline element may become imaginary and explain the consequences. We also find the five dimensional metric and examine it.
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ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, represents a significant advancement in AI technology, particularly noted for its ability to engage in human-like conversations. This review article is about role of ChatGPT in antenatal care during pregnancy and its limitations in addressing health-related issues. While ChatGPT offers accessible and empathetic responses to queries about pregnancy and childbirth, its reliability and accuracy remain concerns. The model's reliance on statistical patterns in data often leads to biased or incomplete information, lacking necessary citations. Despite these limitations, ChatGPT shows promise in supporting clinical decision-making but requires oversight to ensure medical advice is precise and appropriate. Ethical considerations, including privacy and misuse risks, underscore the need for further development and validation in healthcare applications.
{"title":"Role of ChatGPT in antenatal care","authors":"Aiysha Gul, Viraj Shetty, Henna Patel, Yoalkris Salcedo, Kiya Gurmessa, Radhika Bassi, Rizwan Ullah, Waqar Khan, Rabail Irfan, Aqsa Hidayat","doi":"10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2045","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2045","url":null,"abstract":"ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, represents a significant advancement in AI technology, particularly noted for its ability to engage in human-like conversations. This review article is about role of ChatGPT in antenatal care during pregnancy and its limitations in addressing health-related issues. While ChatGPT offers accessible and empathetic responses to queries about pregnancy and childbirth, its reliability and accuracy remain concerns. The model's reliance on statistical patterns in data often leads to biased or incomplete information, lacking necessary citations. Despite these limitations, ChatGPT shows promise in supporting clinical decision-making but requires oversight to ensure medical advice is precise and appropriate. Ethical considerations, including privacy and misuse risks, underscore the need for further development and validation in healthcare applications.","PeriodicalId":23739,"journal":{"name":"World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141795634","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-07-30DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.1933
Eric Gael Ananfack, Grace Anita Nkoro, Defo Defo, Emmanuel Armand Kouotou
Introduction: Psoriasis is an uncommon condition in Africa. In sub-Saharan Africa, prevalence varies depending on the country and studies. Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and search for factors associated with the most frequent clinical presentation of psoriasis in our context. Methodology: It was of a retrospective analytical cross-sectional study, over a period of 10 years. We included the files of patients diagnosed with psoriasis. The clinical form of psoriasis, age and comorbidities were collected. The analyzes were carried out using SPSS 22.0 software. A p value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: In total, out of 16,943 consultation files, 106 cases of psoriasis were included, i.e. a prevalence of 0.7%. The average age in our population was 38.1 ± 21.4 years with a male predominance, a sex ratio of 1.8. The most common clinical form was psoriasis vulgaris (69.9%). The most common comorbidities were hypertension (4.7%), followed by metabolic syndrome (3.7%), and HIV infection (3.7%). After multivariate analysis, being a pupil or student increased the risk of developing psoriasis vulgaris (7.2[1.1-6]; p<0.046). Conclusion: Psoriasis vulgaris is the most frequent clinical form in the city of Yaoundé, being a pupil or student is a factor associated with common psoriasis.
{"title":"Epidemiological profile and associated factors of psoriasis in Yaoundé hospitals, Cameroon","authors":"Eric Gael Ananfack, Grace Anita Nkoro, Defo Defo, Emmanuel Armand Kouotou","doi":"10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.1933","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.1933","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Psoriasis is an uncommon condition in Africa. In sub-Saharan Africa, prevalence varies depending on the country and studies. Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and search for factors associated with the most frequent clinical presentation of psoriasis in our context. Methodology: It was of a retrospective analytical cross-sectional study, over a period of 10 years. We included the files of patients diagnosed with psoriasis. The clinical form of psoriasis, age and comorbidities were collected. The analyzes were carried out using SPSS 22.0 software. A p value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: In total, out of 16,943 consultation files, 106 cases of psoriasis were included, i.e. a prevalence of 0.7%. The average age in our population was 38.1 ± 21.4 years with a male predominance, a sex ratio of 1.8. The most common clinical form was psoriasis vulgaris (69.9%). The most common comorbidities were hypertension (4.7%), followed by metabolic syndrome (3.7%), and HIV infection (3.7%). After multivariate analysis, being a pupil or student increased the risk of developing psoriasis vulgaris (7.2[1.1-6]; p<0.046). Conclusion: Psoriasis vulgaris is the most frequent clinical form in the city of Yaoundé, being a pupil or student is a factor associated with common psoriasis.","PeriodicalId":23739,"journal":{"name":"World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141795656","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-07-30DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.1956
Gita Tri Wahyuni, Euvanggelia Dwilda Ferdinandus, D. Husada, Lilik Djuari
Introduction: Low birth weight infants are an indicator of public health problems. They are also included in the 100 core health conditions the World Health Organization (WHO) compiled. LBW Infants are still the cause of infant mortality in Indonesia. The infant mortality rate in Indonesia is still not reaching the SDGS target. Objective: This study aims to examine maternal factors associated with the occurrence of LBW Infants at the Haji Hospital, East Java Province Method: This study used a retrospective method with a case-control study design. This study took a sample of 258 infants with inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data collection uses secondary data in the form of collection carried out in the delivery and medical records room. Result: Bivariate analysis obtained the results of gestational age (p < 0.001), history of LBW infants (p = 0.03), anemia (p = 0.641), hypertension in pregnancy (p < 0.001), maternal illness (p < 0.001) with the occurrence of LBW infants. Based on multivariate analysis, mothers with gestational age <37 weeks had OR 8.667 (95%CI 4.509-16.659), a history of LBW infant had OR 10.736 (95%CI 1.895-60.809), hypertension in pregnancy OR 2.468 (95%CI 1.250-4.869), and maternal illness OR 3.212 (95%CI 1.301-7.932) times to experience LBW infants. Conclusion: This study highlights the burden of caring for LBW infants in the Haji Hospital in East Java province. Maternal factors need to be given special attention during pregnancy. Health promotion measures, early detection screening, and intervention of related factors need to be done so that the occurrence of LBW infants can be prevented.
导言低出生体重儿是公共卫生问题的一个指标。它们也被列入世界卫生组织（WHO）编制的 100 种核心健康状况中。低出生体重儿仍然是印度尼西亚婴儿死亡的原因。印度尼西亚的婴儿死亡率仍未达到可持续发展目标。目标：本研究旨在探讨东爪哇省 Haji 医院发生低体重儿的产妇相关因素：本研究采用病例对照研究设计的回顾性方法。本研究以 258 名婴儿为样本，并制定了纳入和排除标准。数据收集采用在分娩室和病历室收集二手数据的形式。研究结果双变量分析结果显示，孕龄（p < 0.001）、枸杞体重不足婴儿史（p = 0.03）、贫血（p = 0.641）、妊娠高血压（p < 0.001）、产妇疾病（p < 0.001）与枸杞体重不足婴儿的发生有关。根据多变量分析，胎龄小于 37 周的母亲罹患膀胱癌的 OR 值为 8.667（95%CI 为 4.509-16.659），有膀胱癌病史的母亲罹患膀胱癌的 OR 值为 10.736（95%CI 为 1.895-60.809），妊娠高血压的母亲罹患膀胱癌的 OR 值为 2.468（95%CI 为 1.250-4.869），母亲患病的母亲罹患膀胱癌的 OR 值为 3.212（95%CI 为 1.301-7.932）。结论本研究强调了东爪哇省哈吉医院护理低体重儿的负担。孕产妇因素需要在怀孕期间给予特别关注。需要采取健康促进措施、早期检测筛查和干预相关因素，以预防枸杞体重不足婴儿的发生。
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Pub Date : 2024-07-30DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2078
Hilwa Salsabila G, Mirza Antoni, Dessy Adriani
Natural Rubber is one of the world's largest commodities used for industrial needs. The price of TSR 20 rubber continues to fluctuate, which has a significant impact on some farmers in various countries. This study analyzes the price trend of TSR 20 rubber in Southeast Asia. The purpose of this study is to analyze trends and fluctuations in STR 20 rubber prices in Southeast Asia, such as Standar Thailand Rubber (STR 20), Standar Indonesia Rubber (SIR 20), Standar Vietnam Rubber (SVR 20), and Standar Malaysia Rubber (SMR 20) for 72 months from January 2017 - December 2022. This research uses trend analysis with simple linear regression method. This research uses the historical method by conducting research on a source which is then critically analyzed. Data collection techniques are obtained by tracing data and documents that have been stored by agencies including the Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Trade, International Rubber Study Group (IRSG), Singapore Commodity Exchange (SICOM), Association of Natural Rubber Producing Countries (ANRPC), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), The World Bank, and Gapkindo as well as existing literature and sites. The results obtained are positive trends where each development between countries has experienced a positive price increase, such as, STR 20 has a polynomial line equation Y = 0.0331x2 – 95,28x + 68596, then SIR 20 Y = 0.0231x2 -66,443 + 47966, SVR 20 Y = 0,0301x2 – 86,824x+ 62648, and SMR 20 Y = 0,0279x2 – 80,411x + 58010.
天然橡胶是世界上用于满足工业需求的最大商品之一。TSR 20 橡胶的价格持续波动，对各国的一些农民产生了重大影响。本研究分析了东南亚 TSR 20 橡胶的价格趋势。本研究的目的是分析东南亚 STR 20 橡胶价格的趋势和波动，如泰国标准橡胶（STR 20）、印尼标准橡胶（SIR 20）、越南标准橡胶（SVR 20）和马来西亚标准橡胶（SMR 20），从 2017 年 1 月至 2022 年 12 月的 72 个月。本研究采用简单线性回归法进行趋势分析。本研究采用历史研究法，对数据来源进行研究，然后进行批判性分析。数据收集技术是通过追踪农业部、贸易部、国际橡胶研究小组（IRSG）、新加坡商品交易所（SICOM）、天然橡胶生产国协会（ANRPC）、联合国粮食及农业组织（FAO）、世界银行和 Gapkindo 等机构存储的数据和文件以及现有文献和网站获得的。得出的结果是积极的趋势，国家之间的每一次发展都经历了积极的价格上涨，例如，STR 20 的多项式直线方程 Y = 0.0331x2 - 95,28x + 68596，然后 SIR 20 Y = 0.0231x2 - 66,443 + 47966，SVR 20 Y = 0.0301x2 - 86,824x + 62648，SMR 20 Y = 0.0279x2 - 80,411x + 58010。
{"title":"Trend TSR 20 rubber prices between producing countries in Southeast Asia","authors":"Hilwa Salsabila G, Mirza Antoni, Dessy Adriani","doi":"10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2078","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2078","url":null,"abstract":"Natural Rubber is one of the world's largest commodities used for industrial needs. The price of TSR 20 rubber continues to fluctuate, which has a significant impact on some farmers in various countries. This study analyzes the price trend of TSR 20 rubber in Southeast Asia. The purpose of this study is to analyze trends and fluctuations in STR 20 rubber prices in Southeast Asia, such as Standar Thailand Rubber (STR 20), Standar Indonesia Rubber (SIR 20), Standar Vietnam Rubber (SVR 20), and Standar Malaysia Rubber (SMR 20) for 72 months from January 2017 - December 2022. This research uses trend analysis with simple linear regression method. This research uses the historical method by conducting research on a source which is then critically analyzed. Data collection techniques are obtained by tracing data and documents that have been stored by agencies including the Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Trade, International Rubber Study Group (IRSG), Singapore Commodity Exchange (SICOM), Association of Natural Rubber Producing Countries (ANRPC), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), The World Bank, and Gapkindo as well as existing literature and sites. The results obtained are positive trends where each development between countries has experienced a positive price increase, such as, STR 20 has a polynomial line equation Y = 0.0331x2 – 95,28x + 68596, then SIR 20 Y = 0.0231x2 -66,443 + 47966, SVR 20 Y = 0,0301x2 – 86,824x+ 62648, and SMR 20 Y = 0,0279x2 – 80,411x + 58010.","PeriodicalId":23739,"journal":{"name":"World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141795738","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
The objective of this study is to contribute to the popularization of knowledge on the earth construction sector by studying the influence of the variation in the quantity of water and the compaction energy on the physico-mechanical properties of a mixture of earth (Avédji clay soil) and coconut plant fibers. · To achieve this, we carried out : · characterization of clay soil and coconut fibers ; · a pre-formulation to achieve good workability and manageability of the soil-fiber mixture (this made it possible to adopt 80% clay soil and 20% coconut plant fibers) ; · the formulation and preparation of soil-fiber mixture samples with two compaction modes: vibration and staking and variations in the quantity of water from 16% to 20% in increments of 2% ; · determination of the mechanical properties of mixtures by compression and tensile tests by bending in the hardened state. The results obtained show that for a water variation of 16% and 20%, the staked specimens give higher compressive strengths than the vibrated specimens; while at 18% the resistances are approximately the same. In traction, the resistance varies in the same direction as the water variation and the addition of fibers makes it possible to improve this tensile resistance by bending. Furthermore, the best mechanical strengths are obtained in traction, which is about 1.00 MPa, and in compression, which is about 1.544 MPa for a water variation of 20% and for compaction energy by staking precisely at compression.
{"title":"Study of the effect of water dosage and compaction on the physico-mechanical characteristics of a mixture of earth (Avédji clay soil) and coconut fibers","authors":"Yaovi Agbeko KOUTO, Douti LARE, Kossi Eric AGBEME, Yawovi Mawuénya Xolali Dany AYITE","doi":"10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2090","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2090","url":null,"abstract":"The objective of this study is to contribute to the popularization of knowledge on the earth construction sector by studying the influence of the variation in the quantity of water and the compaction energy on the physico-mechanical properties of a mixture of earth (Avédji clay soil) and coconut plant fibers. · To achieve this, we carried out : · characterization of clay soil and coconut fibers ; · a pre-formulation to achieve good workability and manageability of the soil-fiber mixture (this made it possible to adopt 80% clay soil and 20% coconut plant fibers) ; · the formulation and preparation of soil-fiber mixture samples with two compaction modes: vibration and staking and variations in the quantity of water from 16% to 20% in increments of 2% ; · determination of the mechanical properties of mixtures by compression and tensile tests by bending in the hardened state. The results obtained show that for a water variation of 16% and 20%, the staked specimens give higher compressive strengths than the vibrated specimens; while at 18% the resistances are approximately the same. In traction, the resistance varies in the same direction as the water variation and the addition of fibers makes it possible to improve this tensile resistance by bending. Furthermore, the best mechanical strengths are obtained in traction, which is about 1.00 MPa, and in compression, which is about 1.544 MPa for a water variation of 20% and for compaction energy by staking precisely at compression.","PeriodicalId":23739,"journal":{"name":"World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141795742","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-07-30DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2085
Naaz Latheef, Antara Mulay, Monugya Das, Nada Shaji, Pooja DG
This study explores the relationship between smoking habits, loneliness, and self-esteem among young adults. A sample comprising 144 non-smokers and 103 smokers was assessed using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, the UCLA Loneliness Scale, and the Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND). Statistical analysis revealed no significant differences in self-esteem and loneliness levels between smokers and non-smokers. These findings suggest that smoking status does not significantly impact loneliness or self-esteem in young adults, challenging common perceptions about the psychological correlates of smoking behavior. Further research is recommended to explore underlying factors and potential mediators in these relationships.
{"title":"Smoking Habits, Loneliness and Self-esteem Among Young Adults","authors":"Naaz Latheef, Antara Mulay, Monugya Das, Nada Shaji, Pooja DG","doi":"10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2085","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2085","url":null,"abstract":"This study explores the relationship between smoking habits, loneliness, and self-esteem among young adults. A sample comprising 144 non-smokers and 103 smokers was assessed using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, the UCLA Loneliness Scale, and the Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND). Statistical analysis revealed no significant differences in self-esteem and loneliness levels between smokers and non-smokers. These findings suggest that smoking status does not significantly impact loneliness or self-esteem in young adults, challenging common perceptions about the psychological correlates of smoking behavior. Further research is recommended to explore underlying factors and potential mediators in these relationships.","PeriodicalId":23739,"journal":{"name":"World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141795812","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-07-30DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2024
Matthew Idakwo Ogbe, Christian Chukwuemeka Nzeanorue, Raphael Aduramimo Olusola, Daniel Oluwafemi Olofin, Moyosore Celestina Owoeye, Ewemade Cornelius Enabulele, Adeoluwa Perpetual Ibijola, Chioma Jessica Ifechukwu, Olanipekun Ibrahim Ayo
Breast cancer remains a leading cause of mortality among women globally, necessitating accurate and early diagnosis techniques. This study explores the effectiveness of Support Vector Machine (SVM) techniques for diagnosing breast cancer, utilizing the Object-Oriented Analysis and Design Method (OOADM) for system development. The research employed the Wisconsin Breast Cancer Dataset from the UCI Machine Learning Repository, comprising ten features. The dataset was divided into 80% for training and 20% for testing the SVM model. Performance metrics such as classification accuracy, Area Under the Curve (AUC), sensitivity, specificity, and precision were used to evaluate the SVM model, which was also compared against a Decision Tree (DT) model. The results indicated that the SVM model achieved superior performance with an accuracy of 94%, AUC of 98%, sensitivity of 95%, specificity of 87%, and precision of 93%. In comparison, the DT model showed an accuracy of 89%, AUC of 95%, sensitivity of 90%, specificity of 85%, and precision of 90%. The findings underscore the potential of SVM in enhancing breast cancer diagnostic accuracy, thereby supporting early detection and treatment.
{"title":"A comparative study of decision tree and support vector machine for breast cancer prediction","authors":"Matthew Idakwo Ogbe, Christian Chukwuemeka Nzeanorue, Raphael Aduramimo Olusola, Daniel Oluwafemi Olofin, Moyosore Celestina Owoeye, Ewemade Cornelius Enabulele, Adeoluwa Perpetual Ibijola, Chioma Jessica Ifechukwu, Olanipekun Ibrahim Ayo","doi":"10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2024","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2024","url":null,"abstract":"Breast cancer remains a leading cause of mortality among women globally, necessitating accurate and early diagnosis techniques. This study explores the effectiveness of Support Vector Machine (SVM) techniques for diagnosing breast cancer, utilizing the Object-Oriented Analysis and Design Method (OOADM) for system development. The research employed the Wisconsin Breast Cancer Dataset from the UCI Machine Learning Repository, comprising ten features. The dataset was divided into 80% for training and 20% for testing the SVM model. Performance metrics such as classification accuracy, Area Under the Curve (AUC), sensitivity, specificity, and precision were used to evaluate the SVM model, which was also compared against a Decision Tree (DT) model. The results indicated that the SVM model achieved superior performance with an accuracy of 94%, AUC of 98%, sensitivity of 95%, specificity of 87%, and precision of 93%. In comparison, the DT model showed an accuracy of 89%, AUC of 95%, sensitivity of 90%, specificity of 85%, and precision of 90%. The findings underscore the potential of SVM in enhancing breast cancer diagnostic accuracy, thereby supporting early detection and treatment.","PeriodicalId":23739,"journal":{"name":"World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141795839","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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