ISSN : 2663-2187

Deciphering Breast Cancer Survival: An In-depth Analysis of Predictive Factors using Exploratory Data Analysis

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Aditi Kajala1, Sandeep Jaiswal, Rajesh Kumar
ยป doi: 10.33472/AFJBS.6.6.2024.1021-1037

Abstract

The article aims to investigate the influence of vital prognostic variables on breast cancer patients' survival rates, utilizing Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA). Background: Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) plays a pivotal role in unraveling patterns and insights within complex datasets, particularly in cancer research. Its value lies in its ability to unveil hidden relationships and inform subsequent hypotheses. Thus, EDA can ultimately lead to better-personalized treatment plans and improved outcomes for patients. Objective: This study delves into the impact of critical prognostic variables on a breast cancer patient's likelihood of survival. The examined factors include tumor size and stage, age at diagnosis, lymph node involvement, type of treatment undertaken, and the presence of progesterone and estrogen receptors. The analysis is conducted on the Metabric Breast Cancer dataset. Method: EDA techniques, leveraging Python and employing visualizations such as box plots, scatter plots, and histograms, are utilized to draw conclusions and recognize patterns within the dataset. Subsequently, hypothesis formulation is undertaken to guide the investigation. To enhance the robustness of our findings, a questionnaire was administered to medical experts, seeking their insights and validation of the observed patterns. Statistical analyses, including p-values and chi-square tests, quantify the significance of the relationships identified during the EDA phase. Result: The comprehensive EDA reveals nuanced associations between the selected variables and breast cancer survival. Expert validation provides additional credibility to the identified patterns. Conclusion: The study reveals how essential factors interact to determine breast cancer survival rates, highlighting the significance of customized treatment plans for better results.

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