Uncertainty and imprecision in medical diagnosis support

Abstract

The paper concerns methods of representation of uncertainty and imprecision in successful medical support applications. Advantages of the methods are pointed out and some of their drawbacks are explained. A method of simultaneous representation of imprecision of symptoms and uncertainty of diagnostic rules is proposed. The method suggests an extension of the Dempster-Sahfer theory for fuzzy focal elements. An example of the method is given and their links as well differences from previous approaches are discussed. Conclusions about uncertainty and imprecision representation in medical diagnosis support are provided