Support vector regression algorithm modeling to predict the parturition date of small - to medium-sized dogs using maternal weight and fetal biparietal diameter.

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Title: Support vector regression algorithm modeling to predict the parturition date of small - to medium-sized dogs using maternal weight and fetal biparietal diameter.
Authors: Sananmuang, Thanida1 t.sananmuang@gmail.com, Mankong, Kanchanarat2 obboff@gmail.com, Ponglowhapan, Suppawiwat3 sponglowhapan@googlemail.com, Chokeshaiusaha, Kaj1 kaj.chk@gmail.com
Source: Veterinary World. Apr2021, Vol. 14 Issue 4, p829-834. 6p.
Document Type: Article
Subjects: Parturition, Regression analysis, Radial basis functions, Kernel functions, Dogs, Machine learning
Author-Supplied Keywords: biparietal diameter
dog size
prediction accuracy
support vector regression
Abstract: Background and Aim: Fetal biparietal diameter (BPD) is a feasible parameter to predict canine parturition date due to its inverted correlation with days before parturition (DBP). Although such a relationship is generally described using a simple linear regression (SLR) model, the imprecision of this model in predicting the parturition date in small- to medium-sized dogs is a common problem among veterinarian practitioners. Support vector regression (SVR) is a useful machine learning model for prediction. This study aimed to compare the accuracy of SVR with that of SLR in predicting DBP. Materials and Methods: After measuring 101 BPDs in 35 small- to medium-sized pregnant bitches, we fitted the data to the routine SLR model and the SVR model using three different kernel functions, radial basis function SVR, linear SVR, and polynomial SVR. The predicted DBP acquired from each model was further utilized for calculating the coefficient of determination (R2), mean absolute error, and mean squared error scores for determining the prediction accuracy. Results: All SVR models were more accurate than the SLR model at predicting DBP. The linear and polynomial SVRs were identified as the two most accurate models (p<0.01). Conclusion: With available machine learning software, linear and polynomial SVRs can be applied to predicting DBP in small- to medium-sized pregnant bitches. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Author Affiliations: 1Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-OK, Chonburi, Thailand
2Smile Dog Small Animal Hospital, Chonburi, Thailand
3Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproduction, Research Unit of Obstetrics and Reproduction in Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
ISSN: 0972-8988
DOI: 10.14202/vetworld.2021.829-834
Accession Number: 150118383
Database: Veterinary Source
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Abstract:Background and Aim: Fetal biparietal diameter (BPD) is a feasible parameter to predict canine parturition date due to its inverted correlation with days before parturition (DBP). Although such a relationship is generally described using a simple linear regression (SLR) model, the imprecision of this model in predicting the parturition date in small- to medium-sized dogs is a common problem among veterinarian practitioners. Support vector regression (SVR) is a useful machine learning model for prediction. This study aimed to compare the accuracy of SVR with that of SLR in predicting DBP. Materials and Methods: After measuring 101 BPDs in 35 small- to medium-sized pregnant bitches, we fitted the data to the routine SLR model and the SVR model using three different kernel functions, radial basis function SVR, linear SVR, and polynomial SVR. The predicted DBP acquired from each model was further utilized for calculating the coefficient of determination (R2), mean absolute error, and mean squared error scores for determining the prediction accuracy. Results: All SVR models were more accurate than the SLR model at predicting DBP. The linear and polynomial SVRs were identified as the two most accurate models (p<0.01). Conclusion: With available machine learning software, linear and polynomial SVRs can be applied to predicting DBP in small- to medium-sized pregnant bitches. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:09728988
DOI:10.14202/vetworld.2021.829-834