Research Article

How to explain a machine learning model: HbA1c classification example

Volume: 4 Number: 2 March 27, 2023
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How to explain a machine learning model: HbA1c classification example

Abstract

Aim: Machine learning tools have various applications in healthcare. However, the implementation of developed models is still limited because of various challenges. One of the most important problems is the lack of explainability of machine learning models. Explainability refers to the capacity to reveal the reasoning and logic behind the decisions made by AI systems, making it straightforward for human users to understand the process and how the system arrived at a specific outcome. The study aimed to compare the performance of different model-agnostic explanation methods using two different ML models created for HbA1c classification. Material and Method: The H2O AutoML engine was used for the development of two ML models (Gradient boosting machine (GBM) and default random forests (DRF)) using 3,036 records from NHANES open data set. Both global and local model-agnostic explanation methods, including performance metrics, feature important analysis and Partial dependence, Breakdown and Shapley additive explanation plots were utilized for the developed models. Results: While both GBM and DRF models have similar performance metrics, such as mean per class error and area under the receiver operating characteristic curve, they had slightly different variable importance. Local explainability methods also showed different contributions to the features. Conclusion: This study evaluated the significance of explainable machine learning techniques for comprehending complicated models and their role in incorporating AI in healthcare. The results indicate that although there are limitations to current explainability methods, particularly for clinical use, both global and local explanation models offer a glimpse into evaluating the model and can be used to enhance or compare models.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Health Care Administration

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

March 27, 2023

Submission Date

March 3, 2023

Acceptance Date

March 15, 2023

Published in Issue

Year 2023 Volume: 4 Number: 2

APA
Topcu, D. (2023). How to explain a machine learning model: HbA1c classification example. Journal of Medicine and Palliative Care, 4(2), 117-125. https://doi.org/10.47582/jompac.1259507
AMA
1.Topcu D. How to explain a machine learning model: HbA1c classification example. J Med Palliat Care / JOMPAC / jompac. 2023;4(2):117-125. doi:10.47582/jompac.1259507
Chicago
Topcu, Deniz. 2023. “How to Explain a Machine Learning Model: HbA1c Classification Example”. Journal of Medicine and Palliative Care 4 (2): 117-25. https://doi.org/10.47582/jompac.1259507.
EndNote
Topcu D (March 1, 2023) How to explain a machine learning model: HbA1c classification example. Journal of Medicine and Palliative Care 4 2 117–125.
IEEE
[1]D. Topcu, “How to explain a machine learning model: HbA1c classification example”, J Med Palliat Care / JOMPAC / jompac, vol. 4, no. 2, pp. 117–125, Mar. 2023, doi: 10.47582/jompac.1259507.
ISNAD
Topcu, Deniz. “How to Explain a Machine Learning Model: HbA1c Classification Example”. Journal of Medicine and Palliative Care 4/2 (March 1, 2023): 117-125. https://doi.org/10.47582/jompac.1259507.
JAMA
1.Topcu D. How to explain a machine learning model: HbA1c classification example. J Med Palliat Care / JOMPAC / jompac. 2023;4:117–125.
MLA
Topcu, Deniz. “How to Explain a Machine Learning Model: HbA1c Classification Example”. Journal of Medicine and Palliative Care, vol. 4, no. 2, Mar. 2023, pp. 117-25, doi:10.47582/jompac.1259507.
Vancouver
1.Deniz Topcu. How to explain a machine learning model: HbA1c classification example. J Med Palliat Care / JOMPAC / jompac. 2023 Mar. 1;4(2):117-25. doi:10.47582/jompac.1259507

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