Chinese Journal of Dermatology ›› 2025, e20240290.doi: 10.35541/cjd.20240290

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Application of machine learning in dermatology

Dong Yi, Yan Xin, Munire·Tayier, Zhang Xingqi   

  1. Department of Dermatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510080, China
  • Received:2024-05-30 Revised:2024-09-29 Online:2025-01-24 Published:2025-02-08
  • Contact: Zhang Xingqi E-mail:xingqi.zhang@aliyun.com

Abstract: 【Abstract】 Machine learning is a core component of artificial intelligence, and increasing machine learning methods has been applied to address clinical issues related to skin diseases. This review provides a detailed introduction to the basic definition of machine learning and its classification, and focuses on its application in dermatological research, as well as its limitations and potential challenges. In addition, this review summarizes the specific implementation methods and development paths of machine learning at present, aiming to promote the application and development of this technology in the field of dermatology.

Key words: Machine learning, Artificial intelligence, Skin diseases, Diagnosis, Forecasting, Clinical applications