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"Deep learning-based natural language processing, in particular convolutional neural networks, based on medical free-text, may prove effective in prediction of the cause of TIA-like presentations. Future research investigating the role of the application of deep learning-based natural language processing to the automated triaging of clinic referrals in TIA, and potentially other specialty areas, is indicated."

Bacchi S, Oakden-Rayner L, Zerner T, Kleinig T, Patel S, Jannes J. Deep Learning Natural Language Processing Successfully Predicts the Cerebrovascular Cause of Transient Ischemic Attack-Like Presentations. Stroke. 2019 Mar;50(3):758-760. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30653397)

"This pilot study indicated that ANN [Artificial Neural Network] may yield a novel and effective method in risk stratification of TIA and minor stroke. Further studies are warranted for verification and improvement of the current ANN model."

Chan KL, Leng X, Zhang W, Dong W, Qiu Q, Yang J, Soo Y, Wong KS, Leung TW, Liu J. Early Identification of High-Risk TIA or Minor Stroke Using Artificial Neural Network. Front Neurol. 2019 Mar 1;10:171. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30881336)