A machine learning-powered web application that predicts and optimizes survival rates for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients. The system analyzes intervention, hospital, and AED location data to suggest optimal placements for new AEDs.
- WebsiteAED-Loacation-Optimization-in-Belgium
- StackPython, Dash, Plotly, XGBoost, Scikit-learn
- PlatformWeb
- FeaturesML Prediction, Interactive Maps, Real-time Optimization
Project Background
Seconds are critical in out-of-hospital Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) cases. Early defibrillation is key in the 'Chain of Survival'. Public-access AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) enable bystanders to provide rapid cardiac defibrillation, significantly improving survival chances.
Key Features
- • Interactive visualization of AED locations, hospitals, and patient data
- • Real-time survival rate predictions using machine learning
- • Interactive AED placement optimization
- • City-wise mortality rate analysis and trends

Technical Implementation
The project utilizes XGBoost for survival rate prediction, achieving an AUC score of 0.613. Features include distance to nearest AED/hospital, temporal data, and geographical information. The web interface, built with Dash and Plotly, enables real-time visualization and interaction.
Application Pages
- • Project Main Page: Overview and navigation
- • AED Optimization: Interactive map for optimizing AED placement
- • Monthly Mortality Analysis: City-wise mortality trends
- • Yearly Analysis: Long-term mortality rate patterns
