IHRRB-DINO: Identifying High-Risk Regions of Breast Masses in Mammogram Images Using Data-Driven Instance Noise (DINO)

In this paper, we introduce IHRRB-DINO, an advanced model designed to assist radiologists in effectively detecting breast masses in mammogram images. This tool is specifically engineered to highlight high-risk regions, enhancing the capability of radiologists in identifying breast masses for more accurate and efficient assessments. Our approach incorporates a novel technique that employs Data-Driven Instance Noise (DINO) for Object Localization, which significantly improves breast mass localization. This method is augmented by data augmentation using instance-level noise during the training phase, focusing on refining the model’s proficiency in precisely localizing breast masses in mammographic images. Rigorous testing and validation conducted on the BI-RADS dataset using our model, especially with the Swin-L backbone, have demonstrated promising results. We achieved an Average Precision (AP) of 46.96, indicating a substantial improvement in the accuracy and consistency of breast cancer (BC) detection and localization. These results underscore the potential of IHRRB-DINO in contributing to the advancements in computer-aided diagnosis systems for breast cancer, marking a significant stride in the field of medical imaging technology.