Advancing Ischemic Stroke Detection Through an In-depth Evaluation of YOLOv10 Models on Diffusion-Weighted Imaging Data

İngilizce (OpenAlex)

Rapid, accurate detection of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is vital for patient outcomes. This study evaluates YOLOv10 variants using Diffusion-Weighted Imaging (DWI) data from the ISLES 2022 dataset to identify a model that optimally balances diagnostic accuracy, speed, and computational efficiency for clinical deployment. Methods: YOLOv10 variants were trained on 1652 preprocessed DWI images using transfer learning and data augmentation. Performance was assessed using precision, recall, mAP50, and inference time to evaluate each model comprehensively. Results: The YOLOv10l variant achieved the best performance with 0.933 precision, 0.783 recall, and 0.887 mAP50. YOLOv10n was fastest (0.8 ms) but less accurate, highlighting a trade-off between speed and precision. A key challenge across models was the reliable detection of smaller, less distinct stroke lesions. These findings underscore the importance of balancing accuracy and efficiency. YOLOv10l is optimal for high-precision hospital diagnostics, whereas YOLOv10n suits real-time, resource-limited settings. Future work must focus on improving the detection of small lesions to enhance clinical utility and ensure comprehensive diagnostic support. YOLOv10 is a powerful tool for automated stroke detection, with the YOLOv10l model providing a balanced solution for clinical use. Integrating such models can significantly enhance diagnostic workflows, aid clinical decisions, and ultimately improve patient outcomes in stroke care.