Bayesian Classifier for DLBCL Survival Forecasting

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods for subclassifying diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) are inadequate in predicting overall survival and progression-free survival, and their clinical implementation is complicated by the need for whole exome sequencing, which is not practical for routine laboratory testing.

Innovation Solution

A novel method using targeted RNA sequencing combined with machine learning algorithms to classify DLBCL patients into subgroups based on clinical course, specifically training a Bayesian classifier to forecast survival groups and identify RNA-based biomarkers that predict response to therapy, thereby improving survival forecasting.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If whole exome sequencing is used for subclassifying DLBCL, then classification completeness is improved, but clinical practicality deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveclassification completenessVSAvoidclinical practicality
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extracts only the necessary RNA-based biomarkers from the complete genomic information obtained through whole exome sequencing. By focusing on specific RNA markers that are most relevant for DLBCL subclassification and survival prediction, the method achieves comprehensive classification without requiring the resource-intensive whole exome sequencing process, thus improving clinical practicality while maintaining classification completeness.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs RNA-based biomarkers that can be obtained through more accessible and less expensive targeted RNA sequencing methods compared to whole exome sequencing. These RNA markers serve as surrogate indicators that provide the necessary classification information without requiring the expensive and complex genomic sequencing infrastructure, making the classification system more clinically practical.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #27Cheap short-living objects (Disposable)

2Measurement precision

If RNA-based biomarkers with machine learning are used, then survival prediction accuracy is improved, but method complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesurvival prediction accuracyVSAvoidmethod complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent performs preliminary selection and validation of RNA-based biomarkers using machine learning algorithms on training datasets before clinical application. By pre-training the classification model with known survival outcomes and validating its predictive accuracy, the system establishes a robust framework that improves survival prediction accuracy while containing method complexity through systematic preprocessing and model validation steps.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The machine learning algorithm automatically identifies and weights the most predictive RNA biomarkers from the sequencing data without requiring manual interpretation or complex manual analysis. The system self-optimizes by learning from training data which biomarkers and combinations provide the best survival prediction, thereby improving accuracy while the automated nature of the algorithm helps manage method complexity through computational rather than manual processes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS20220415448A1Methods for forecasting clinical course of diffuse large b-cell lymphoma using RNA-based biomarkers and machine learning algorithms
Publication Date: 2022.12.29 GENOMIC TESTING COOP LCA
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AI summary

A novel classification strategy is described for forecasting clinical outcomes of Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma using targeted RNA sequencing combined with machine learning algorithms. The novel method classifies subjects with DLBCL into subgroups based on the clinical course of their disease and expected survival, rather than on Cell of Origin. To focus on survival, the methods first deploy machine learning and divide the subjects into subgroups based on their overall survival. A modified Bayesian classifier is then used to select genes that can forecast various survival groups, followed by validation of these biomarkers using an independent set of clinical cases. This novel approach for stratifying subjects with DLBCL based on the clinical outcome of rituximab, cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, vincristine, and prednisone (R-CHOP) chemotherapy can be used to select high responders and low responders to R-CHOP. Low responders may be offered additional or alternative therapies to improve their survival.