2023

A semi-supervised multi-task learning framework for cancer classification with weak annotation in whole-slide images

A semi-supervised multi-task learning framework for cancer classification with weak annotation in whole-slide images

Cancer region detection and subtype classification are two key tasks in digital pathology, but both are constrained by limited precise annotations on whole-slide images. This work proposes a semi-supervised multi-task framework that jointly learns detection and subtyping instead of training them as isolated steps. By coupling the two tasks under weak supervision, it reduces annotation demand and improves slide-level cancer classification.

Recommended citation: Gao Z, Hong B, Li Y, et al. A semi-supervised multi-task learning framework for cancer classification with weak annotation in whole-slide images[J]. Medical Image Analysis, 2023, 83: 102652.
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