VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

Jnana Sangama, Belgavi-590018

A Mini Project Report

On
“Heart Disease Prediction”

Submitted in partial fulfillment of the Project requirement for fifth semester

of
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING
In
COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING

Submitted By
Sana (1TJ22CS094)
Ranjana(1TJ22CS087)
Noor Ul Huda (1TJ22CS077)

Under The Guidance Of

Ms.NISHA WILVICTA
Assistant Professor

T.JOHN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

(Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University)
No. 88/1, Gottigere, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru-560083
2024-25
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DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING

CERTIFICATE

Certified that the project work entitled " Heart Disease Prediction ” carried out by

“ Sana (1TJ22CS094) ” , “ Ranjana (1TJ22CS087)”, “ Noor Ul Huda

(1TJ22CS077) ” , bonafide student of T John Institute of Technology in partial fulfillment
for fifth semester of Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering of
Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi, during the year 2024-25. It is certified that
all corrections/suggestions indicated for Internal Assessment have been incorporated in the
report deposited in the departmental library. The project report has been approved as it satisfies
the academic requirements in respect of project work prescribed for the said degree.

GUIDE HOD
Mrs.Nisha Wilvicta Dr Suma.R
Assistant Professor Associate Professor & Head
Dept. of CSE , TJIT Dept. of CSE,TJIT

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 DECLARATION
“Sana (1TJ22CS094)”, “Ranjana (1TJ22CS087)”, “Noor Ul Huda

(1TJ22CS077)”,fifth semester students declare that the project entitled “Heart Disease

Prediction” has been carried out and submitted by us in partial fulfillment of fifth

semester of Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering,

Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi during the academic year 2024-25.

We also declare that, to the best of our knowledge and belief, the work reported here is

accepted and satisfied.

Sana
1TJ22CS094
Ranjana
1TJ22CS087
Noor l Huda
1TJ22CS077
 ACKNOWLEGMENT
The project report on “Heart Disease Prediction” is the outcome of guidance, moral
support and knowledge imparted on us, throughout our work. For this we acknowledge
and express immense gratitude to all those who have guided and supported us during
the preparation of this project.
We take this opportunity to express our gratefulness to everyone who has extended their
support for helping us in the project completion.
First and foremost, we thank Dr. Thomas P. John, chairman of T John Group of
Institutions and Dr. Suresh Venugopal , Principal, T John Institute of Technology
for giving us this opportunity to study in this prestigious institute and also providing us
with best of facilities.
We would like to show our greatest appreciation to Mrs.Nisha Wilvicta, Head, Project
Guide, Dept. of CSE for constantly guiding us throughout the project.
We would also like to thank to all teaching and non-teaching staff of Computer Science
and Engineering Department for directly or indirectly helping me in completion of our
Project.
Lastly and most importantly we convey our gratitude to our parents who have been the
source of inspiration and also for instrumental help in successful completion of project.

Sana

1TJ22CS094
Ranjana
1TJ22CS087
Noor Ul Huda
1TJ22CS077
SL.NO. CHAPTER PAGE NO.
1 INTRODUCTION 1-2

1.1 OBJECTIVE 1
1.2 OVERVIEW 1
1.3 ADVANTAGES 2
1.4 DRAWBACKS 3
1.5 SUMMARY 3
2 LITERATURE SURVEY 4-12
2.1 PURPOSE 4
2.2 OBJECTIVE OF LITERATURE SURVEY 4
2.3 SURVEY PAPERS REFFERED 5-12

3 PROBLEM STATEMENT 13-14

3.1 EXISTING SYSTEM 13

3.2 PROPOSED SYSTEM 13
3.3 OBJECTIVE 14
4 SYSTEM REQUIREMENT SPECIFICATION 15-17
4.1 INTRODUCTION 15
4.2 SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS 15
4.2.1 SOFTWARE DISCRIPTION 16
4.3 FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS 17
4.4 NON FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS 17
5 METHODOLOGY 19-20
6 SYSTEM DESIGN 21
6.1 DATA FLOW DIAGRAM 23

7 IMPLEMENTATION 23-24
7.1 PSEUDO CODES 23-24
8 RESULT 25-31
9 CONCLUSION &FUTURE ENHANCEMENT 25-29
10 REFERENCES 31
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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

1.1 OBJECTIVE

The primary objective of heart disease prediction using machine learning (ML) is to
leverage advanced computational techniques to accurately and efficiently identify
individuals at risk of developing heart disease. This aims to facilitate early diagnosis,
enable preventive measures, and improve clinical decision-making.

1.2 OVERVIEW

Heart disease remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide, making early diagnosis and prevention
critical in reducing its impact. Traditional diagnostic methods often rely on manual assessment by
healthcare professionals, which can be time-consuming and prone to human error. Machine Learning
(ML) offers a transformative approach to heart disease prediction by enabling automated, data-driven
analysis of large and complex datasets.

Key Components of Heart Disease Prediction Using ML:

Data Sources Attributes
For Heart disease prediction models rely on a wide range of data, including:
Patient demographics: age, gender.
Clinical metrics: blood pressure, cholesterol levels, blood sugar
Medical history: family history of heart disease, smoking habits, previous illnesses
Diagnostic results: ECG, echocardiograms.

Feature Selection
Identifying the most relevant features is crucial to building efficient models.
Commonly significant features include resting blood pressure, cholesterol levels, maximum heart

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rate, and the presence of chest pain.

Machine Learning Algorithms

Various algorithms are employed, including:

Logistic Regression: Used for binary classification of heart disease presence or absence.
Decision Trees and Random Forests: Known for interpretability and high accuracy.

Support Vector Machines (SVM): Effective for datasets with clear margins between classes.
Neural Networks: Suitable for large datasets with complex relationships between features.
Gradient Boosting Methods (e.g., XGBoost, LightGBM): High-performance ensemble methods for
structured data.

Model Development Process

Data Preprocessing: Handling missing data, normalizing features, and encoding categorical variables.
Training: Splitting data into training and test sets to teach models to recognize patterns.
Validation and Testing: Ensuring the model generalizes well to unseen data using cross-validation
techniques.

Performance Metrics
Models are evaluated using metrics such as:
Accuracy: Overall correctness of predictions.
Precision and Recall: Balancing false positives and false negatives.
F1-Score: A harmonic mean of precision and recall.

1.3 ADAVNTAGES
Heart disease prediction using machine learning offers numerous advantages that enhance healthcare
outcomes and efficiency.

• Early and Accurate Diagnosis: ML models identify complex patterns and risk factors, enabling timely
and precise detection of heart disease.

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• Personalized Risk Assessments: Provides tailored predictions based on individual patient data,
allowing customized prevention and treatment plans.

• Cost-Effectiveness: Reduces the need for expensive and invasive diagnostic procedures by leveraging
non-invasive predictions.

• Integration with Wearable Devices: Supports continuous monitoring and real-time data collection for
proactive healthcare management.

1.4 DRAWBACKS
Drawbacks of this project is explained briefly below in the following points:

• Quality of Data: ML models rely heavily on the quality and completeness of data. Missing,
noisy, or biased data can lead to inaccurate predictions.
• Limited Availability: Access to comprehensive datasets, especially in underserved regions, is
often restricted.
• Data Diversity: Models may not generalize well to diverse populations if trained on datasets
lacking representation of different demographics or geographies.

1.5 SUMMARY
Machine learning enhances heart disease prediction by enabling early and accurate diagnosis,
personalized risk assessments, and cost-effective non-invasive predictions. It integrates
seamlessly with wearable devices for continuous monitoring and reduces diagnostic errors,
offering a reliable and proactive approach to healthcare management.

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CHAPTER 2

LITERATURE SURVEY
2.1 PURPOSE
A literature survey or a literature review in a project report shows the various analyses and
research made in the field of interest and the results already published, taking into account
the various parameters of the project and the extent of the project.

A literature survey includes the following:

• Existing theories about the topic which are accepted universally.

• Books written on the topic, both generic and specific.

• Research done in the field usually in the order of oldest to latest.

• Challenges being faced and ongoing work, if available.

• Literature survey describes about the existing work on the given project.

• It deals with the problem associated with the existing system and also gives user a
clear knowledge on how to deal with the existing problems and how to provide
solution to the existing problems

2.2 OBJECTIVE OF LITERATURE SURVEY

The objectives of the literature survey is explained briefly in the points below
• Learning the definitions of the concepts.

• Access to latest approaches, methods and theories.

• Discovering research topics based on the existing research.

• Concentrate on your own field of expertise even if another field uses the same
words, they usually mean completely.

• It improves the quality of the literature survey to exclude side tracks Remember to
explicate what is excluded.

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2.3 SURVEY PAPERS REFFERED

[1] Title: Heart Disease Prediction using Machine Learning Algorithms: A Comparative
Analysis

• Authors Author: P. Kumar, A. S. P. Srinivas, & M. Sundararajan

Heart Disease Prediction Using Machine Learning Algorithms, A comparative Analysis

likely focuses on leveraging various ML algorithms to predict heart disease and comparing
their performance in terms of accuracy, reliability, and efficiency. The study emphasizes the
application of machine learning algorithms for heart disease prediction, highlighting the
increasing role of ML in medical diagnostics. The comparative analysis evaluates the
effectiveness of different models based on key metrics such as accuracy, precision, recall
and F1-score.

Advantages:
• Improved Predictive Accuracy:
Comparing multiple machine learning algorithms allows for the identification
of the most effective models ensuring better accuracy in predicting heart
disease.
• Comprehensive Insights:
A comparative approach provides detailed insights into the strengths and
weaknesses of different algorithms Helps clinicians and researchers choose the
most appropriate model for specific datasets or healthcare applications

Disadvantages:
• Data Quality Issues:
Imbalanced Data many heart disease datasets have a class imbalance, which can
lead to biased models that perform poorly on the minority class. Heart disease
datasets often contain missing or incomplete data, which can affect the performance
of machine learning models unless proper data imputation or preprocessing steps
are taken.
• Model Complexity and Interpretability:
Black-box Nature, many machine learning models (e.g., deep learning models)
are considered black boxes, their decision-making process is not easily
interpretable. ÿ

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[2] Title: Predicting Heart Disease using Machine Learning Algorithms

Authors: P. B. Patil, A. D. G. Rao, & V. V. Deshmukh

Predicting heart disease using machine learning involves leveraging computational models
to analyze medical data and identify individuals at risk of heart disease. This process
typically starts with collecting and preprocessing data, such as demographic information
(age, sex), clinical measurements (blood pressure, cholesterol levels, ECG results), and
lifestyle factors. Data preprocessing includes handling missing values, normalizing
numerical features, and encoding categorical data. Exploratory data analysis is performed to
uncover patterns, correlations, and potential class imbalances. Various machine learning
algorithms, including logistic regression, decision trees, random forests, support vector
machines, and gradient boosting models like XGBoost, are used for prediction.

Advantages:
• Improved Accuracy: Machine learning models can analyze complex relationships within large
datasets, often outperforming traditional statistical methods in prediction accuracy.

• Early Detection: These models can identify subtle patterns and risk factors that may not be
immediately apparent to clinicians, enabling early diagnosis and timely intervention.

• Efficiency: Automated analysis reduces the time required to process and evaluate patient data
compared to manual methods, allowing healthcare professionals to focus on patient care.

• Personalized Insights: Machine learning can tailor predictions to individual patients by

considering unique combinations of risk factors, supporting personalized treatment plans.

Disadvantages:
• Data Quality Issues: Poor-quality data, such as missing, incomplete, or noisy information, can
significantly affect model performance and lead to inaccurate predictions.

• Bias in Data: If the training data is not representative of the population or contains biases, the
model may produce skewed or unfair predictions, particularly for underrepresented groups.

• Complexity and Interpretability: Many advanced machine learning models, like neural
networks and ensemble methods, are "black boxes," making it difficult for healthcare providers
to understand or trust their predictions, also there is a risk of overfitting.

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[3] Title: Machine Learning for Heart Disease Prediction

Authors: S. M. Patil, S. N. Shrivastava, & M. C. R. Pattan

Machine Learning for Heart Disease Prediction is a transformative approach that uses
advanced algorithms to analyze patient data and predict the likelihood of heart disease. By
examining patterns in data such as age, cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and lifestyle
factors, machine learning models can provide early and accurate predictions, enabling
timely interventions and personalized treatment plans. Algorithms like Logistic
Regression, Random Forest, and Neural Networks are commonly employed to build
predictive models, which are evaluated using metrics such as accuracy and precision. This
technology not only enhances the efficiency of risk assessment but also aids healthcare
professionals in making informed decisions. Despite challenges like data quality,
interpretability, and privacy concerns, machine learning holds immense potential to
improve patient outcomes. With continuous advancements and integration of real-time
monitoring and genetic data, it is poised to revolutionize the prevention and management
of heart disease.

Advantages:
• Early Detection and Diagnosis: Machine learning models can identify subtle patterns in medical
data, enabling early detection of heart disease risks before symptoms manifest. This facilitates
timely interventions and reduces the likelihood of severe complications.

• Improved Accuracy: By analyzing complex datasets, machine learning algorithms can achieve
higher accuracy in predictions compared to traditional statistical methods, reducing false
positives and false negatives.

• Personalized Treatment: Models can be tailored to individual patients by considering unique

factors such as age, medical history, and lifestyle, providing customized recommendations for
prevention and treatment.

Disadvantages:
• Data Dependency: Machine learning models heavily rely on the quality and quantity of data.
Issues like missing data, noise, and class imbalance (e.g., fewer cases of heart disease compared
to healthy cases) can reduce model performance and reliability.

• Interpretability Challenges: Complex machine learning models, such as neural networks and

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ensemble methods, often act as "black boxes".

[4] Title: Heart Disease Prediction Using Machine Learning :

Authors: Breiman, L

Heart disease prediction using machine learning (ML) is revolutionizing the way healthcare
systems assess and manage cardiovascular risk. By analyzing large datasets, ML algorithms
can detect complex patterns and relationships between various risk factors—such as age,
blood pressure, cholesterol levels, lifestyle habits, and genetic predispositions—that
traditional methods may overlook. These models provide high accuracy and can classify
individuals into risk categories, enabling early detection and personalized treatment plans.
The efficiency of ML allows for quick, automated assessments, reducing human error and
improving diagnostic speed. Moreover, ML models can continually improve through
learning from new data, ensuring that predictions stay relevant as medical knowledge
evolves. By integrating ML with wearable devices and telemedicine platforms, heart
disease prediction becomes more accessible, offering continuous monitoring and proactive
interventions.

Advantages:
• Improved Accuracy

• Personalized Predictions: Machine learning models can analyze complex patterns in data that
may not be easily identified by human experts or traditional statistical methods.

• Feature Interactions: ML algorithms can automatically account for interactions between

features (e.g., age, cholesterol, and blood pressure) that impact heart disease risk.

• Higher Sensitivity and Specificity: Advanced algorithms like Random Forest, Gradient
Boosting, and Neural Networks can achieve higher precision and recall, reducing false
positives and false negatives.

• Efficiency and Speed

• Rapid Analysis: ML models can process and analyze vast amounts of data in seconds, enabling
quicker decision-making compared to manual reviews.

• Scalability: Once trained, ML models can handle large-scale data efficiently without a

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proportional increase in processing time or resources.

Disadvantages:

• Data Quality and Availability

• Incomplete or Poor-Quality Data: Machine learning models require large, high-quality datasets
to make accurate predictions. Incomplete, inaccurate, or biased data can lead to flawed
predictions and potentially harmful medical decisions.

• Data Imbalance: In many heart disease datasets, the number of healthy patients may vastly
outnumber those with heart disease, leading to imbalanced data. This can cause models to be
biased toward predicting the majority class, reducing their ability to detect heart disease
accurately.

• Interpretability and Transparency

• Black-Box Models: Many powerful ML algorithms, like neural networks and ensemble
methods, act as “black boxes,” meaning they do not easily provide insight into how a decision
or prediction is made. This lack of transparency can be a significant issue in healthcare, where
understanding the rationale behind predictions is crucial for clinicians to trust and act on the
results.

• Regulatory Hurdles: Due to the opaque nature of some ML models, it can be challenging to
meet regulatory standards for healthcare applications, where clear, interpretable decision-
making is essential.

[5] Title: Deep Learning Models for Heart Disease Prediction

Authors: L. Liu, Y. Li, & M. Zhang

Deep learning models for heart disease prediction represent a powerful approach to
analyzing complex medical data and identifying patterns that may not be apparent through
traditional methods. These models, particularly neural networks, are capable of learning
from large, high-dimensional datasets, such as medical imaging, electronic health records,

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and genetic information. By automatically extracting features and learning complex

representations of data, deep learning models can make highly accurate predictions about
the likelihood of heart disease, often outperforming traditional machine learning
techniques. Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) can be used to analyze medical images
like echocardiograms or CT scans, while Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs) and Long
Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks are effective for sequential data, such as ECG
signals or patient histories. These models excel at capturing non-linear relationships and
complex interactions between various risk factors, providing a more robust prediction.

Advantages:
• Deep learning models, especially neural networks, can learn complex, non-linear relationships
within data. They excel in identifying intricate patterns between various risk factors such as
age, cholesterol levels, ECG signals, and medical imaging that may be overlooked by
traditional models.

• Improved Diagnostic Accuracy: By processing vast amounts of data, deep learning models
often outperform traditional algorithms in terms of accuracy, precision, and recall, leading to
more reliable heart disease predictions.

Disadvantages:

• Model Large and High-Quality Datasets: Deep learning models require vast amounts of data to
train effectively. In healthcare, obtaining large, high-quality datasets can be challenging due to
privacy concerns, data availability, and data inconsistencies.

• Data Imbalance: In many heart disease prediction datasets, there may be an imbalance between
healthy and diseased patients. Deep learning models can become biased towards the majority
class (healthy individuals), leading to inaccurate predictions for at-risk populations.

• Difficulty in Understanding Model Decisions: Deep learning models are often considered “black
boxes” because they do not easily explain how they arrive at specific decisions or predictions. In
healthcare, interpretability is crucial, as clinicians need to trust and understand the model's
reasoning to make informed decisions.

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CHAPTER 3

PROBLEM STATEMENT

3.1 Existing System

• Heart disease is a leading cause of death globally, with early detection being key to
preventing severe complications. This project aims to address issues such as delayed
diagnoses, manual analysis limitations, and overburdened healthcare systems. By
leveraging machine learning, the project seeks to provide a tool for early identification
of at-risk individuals, improving diagnostic accuracy, reducing strain on healthcare
resources, and ultimately enhancing patient outcomes. The problem of heart disease
prediction is highly relevant in today's healthcare industry, as it addresses critical
challenges in patient care, resource management, and technological advancement. The
integration of machine learning (ML) into this domain is transforming how heart disease
is diagnosed, monitored, and managed, making it a pressing area of focus for both
healthcare providers and technology developers.

Disadvantages:

• Lack of Immediate Access:

• Difficulty in retrieving records promptly during emergencies, leading to delays in
decision-making.
• High Human Effort:
• Requires significant manual effort to record, maintain, and retrieve information,
increasing labor costs and workload.
• Error-Prone Processes:
• Manual entries are more prone to human errors, which could lead to incorrect data
or mismatches information.

3.2 Proposed System

• The The goal of heart disease prediction is to identify individuals at high risk of
developing cardiovascular diseases early, using various tools and techniques. The
primary goal is to create an accurate predictive model for heart disease.This allows

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for timely intervention to prevent disease progression and improve patient

outcomes.

Advantages

• Efficient Data Management:

• Simplifies data entry, storage, retrieval, and updating, eliminating the need for manual
record-keeping.
• User-Friendly Interface:
• The system offers intuitive and easy-to-use interfaces, reducing the training effort for
users and ensuring smooth operations.
• Automation of Processes:
• Automates critical functions reducing human effort and errors.

3.3 OBJECTIVE

• Early detection: it means timely lifestyle adjustments, medical interventions, and reduced progression
to severe disease stages.
• Simplifying Complex Risk Factors: Enhances diagnostic accuracy by accounting for the multifactorial
nature of heart disease
• Cost-Effective Solutions: Increases accessibility for underserved populations, reducing
health disparities.
• Real-Time Monitoring and Prevention: Empowers proactive care and reduces hospital admissions for
acute cardiac events.
• Develop Accurate Prediction Models: Create ML models capable of identifying heart disease with high
precision and reliability.
• Reduce Diagnostic Errors: Minimize human error in diagnosis by using advanced machine learning
algorithms.
• Promote Preventive Healthcare: Empower patients and clinicians with actionable insights to adopt
preventive measures and reduce disease progression.

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CHAPTER 4

SYSTEM REQUIREMENT SPECIFICATION

4.1 INTRODUCTION
Heart disease is a significant global health concern and one of the leading causes of mortality
worldwide. Early detection and prevention are critical to improving outcomes and reducing
the burden on healthcare systems. This project focuses on developing a machine learning-
based software solution to predict heart disease, leveraging advanced algorithms and
comprehensive datasets to provide accurate and efficient predictions. Python 3.12 has been
chosen as the primary programming language for its robust ecosystem in data science, with
Jupyter Notebook serving as the development environment to facilitate interactive analysis and
model development. The dataset, sourced from Kaggle, includes critical patient attributes such
as age, cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and other clinical features essential for heart disease
diagnosis. A suite of powerful libraries, including NumPy for numerical computations, Pandas
for data preprocessing, and Matplotlib and Seaborn for visualization, ensures efficient data
manipulation and analysis.

The project implements several machine learning algorithms, including Logistic Regression,
Support Vector Machine (SVM), K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), Decision Tree, Random Forest,
Naive Bayes, Neural Networks, and XGBoost. These algorithms provide a range of approaches
to predictive modeling, enabling a thorough comparison to select the most effective model. By
combining these techniques with detailed data exploration and feature engineering, the project
aims to deliver a reliable system for heart disease prediction. This solution not only enhances
diagnostic accuracy but also reduces reliance on invasive and costly diagnostic methods.
Ultimately, the goal is to empower healthcare providers with a tool that supports timely
intervention, optimized resource allocation, and improved patient care while offering patients
personalized insights for better health management.

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4.2 SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

It is a list of the most necessary software components and packages which are used in project
implementation. In a few words describes the types of software that is required and its
version along with other required details.

Operating system : Windows 7/8/10

Programming Language : Python 3.12
Data base :Kaggle CSV format

4.2.1 SOFTWARE DESCRIPTION

Python with Jupyter Notebook

The heart disease prediction software is developed using Python and Jupyter Notebook,
offering a powerful and interactive platform for machine learning-based healthcare
applications. Python serves as the backbone of the system due to its extensive libraries and
frameworks that streamline data manipulation, analysis, and predictive modeling. Its
simplicity and versatility make it ideal for handling large datasets, implementing complex
algorithms, and conducting iterative experiments. Jupyter Notebook enhances the
development experience by providing an interactive environment where code,
visualizations, and documentation coexist seamlessly. This setup allows for real-time
analysis, debugging, and visualization of data trends, making it easier to interpret model
performance and optimize predictive accuracy. Together, Python and Jupyter Notebook
form a robust and efficient framework for building, testing, and deploying the heart disease
prediction system, ensuring a user-friendly and effective solution for healthcare
professionals.

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4.3 FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Data Loading and Preprocessing:

Load heart disease dataset from Kaggle.Handle missing or inconsistent data using
appropriate preprocessing techniques.

• Data Analysis and Visualization:

Generate statistical summaries and visualizations (e.g., histograms, scatter plots,
heatmaps) to explore dataset attributes.

• Model Training and Evaluation:

Train machine learning models: Logistic Regression, SVM, KNN, Decision Tree, Random
Forest, Naive Bayes, Neural Network, and XGBoost. Evaluate model performance using
metrics such as accuracy, precision, recall, F1-score, and ROC-AUC.

• Prediction Capability:

Allow users to input new patient data for heart disease prediction. Display the risk
category and confidence score.
• Result Reporting:
Provide detailed reports on model performance. Export predictions and results to
external files (e.g., CSV, Excel).

4.4 NON-FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Performance:
Ensure predictions are generated within a few seconds for input data.
Optimize algorithms for efficient memory usage.
• Usability:
Provide a user-friendly interface for data input and result visualization.
• Scalability:
Accommodate larger datasets with minimal impact on performance.
• Reliability:
Guarantee system stability during execution of multiple operations.
• Maintainability:
Design the software with modular components to facilitate easy updates and debugging.
• Security:
Ensure that patient data is handled securely, adhering to data privacy standards.

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CHAPTER 5

METHODOLOGY

• Data Collection:
Source heart disease dataset from Kaggle.
Validate the dataset’s completeness and relevance for predictive modeling.

• Data Preprocessing:
Handle missing data by imputing or removing incomplete records.
Normalize or standardize numerical attributes to improve model performance.
Encode categorical variables to numerical formats suitable for machine learning algorithms.

• Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA):

Visualize data distributions and correlations using tools like Matplotlib and Seaborn.
Identify and mitigate potential data imbalances.

• Feature Selection:
Use statistical methods or feature importance techniques (e.g., correlation analysis, feature
importance from tree-based models) to select relevant features.

• Model Development:
Implement multiple machine learning algorithms including Logistic Regression, SVM, KNN,
Decision Tree, Random Forest, Naive Bayes, Neural Network, and XGBoost.
Split data into training and testing sets using an appropriate ratio (e.g., 80-20 or 70-30).

• Model Training and Optimization:

Train models using training data and optimize hyperparameters using grid search or random
search techniques.

• Model Evaluation:
Evaluate models using performance metrics like accuracy, precision, recall, F1-score, and
ROC-AUC.
Compare models to identify the most effective one for prediction.

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• Deployment:
Develop a Jupyter Notebook interface for interaction with the dataset and trained models.
Integrate a user-friendly input form for real-time predictions.

• Visualization and Reporting:

Provide visualization of key insights, such as feature importance and model performance.
Generate and export detailed reports summarizing results.

• Maintenance and Updates:

Monitor model performance and retrain as necessary with updated datasets.
Ensure software scalability and incorporate new features or algorithms based on user feedback.

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CHAPTER 6

SYSTEM DESIGN

6.1 DATA FLOW DIAGRAM

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CHAPTER 7

IMPLEMENTATION

7.1 PSEUDOCODES

• Libraries used:
import numpy as np
import pandas as pd
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt
import seaborn as sns
%matplotlib inline
import os
print(os.listdir())
import warnings
warnings.filterwarnings('ignore')

• Splitting the training and test data:

from sklearn.model_selection import train_test_split
predictors = dataset.drop("target",axis=1)
target = dataset["target"]
X_train,X_test,Y_train,Y_test = train_test_split(predictors,target,test_size=0.20,random_state=0)

• Taking accuracy scores of all the algorithms:

scores=[score_lr,score_nb,score_svm,score_knn,score_dt,score_rf,score_xgb,score_nn]
algorithms = ["Logistic Regression","Naive Bayes","Support Vector Machine","K-Nearest
Neighbors","Decision Tree","Random Forest","XGBoost","Neural Network"]
for i in range(len(algorithms)):
print("The accuracy score achieved using "+algorithms[i]+" is: "+str(scores[i])+" %")

Algorithm for Heart Disease Prediction

Step 1: Start

Step 2: Import the libraries for doing operations and plotting the graphs .

Step 3: Import the database into the program.

Step 4: Identify unique values and store it in the target variable.

Step 5: Analyze each attribute in the dataset.

Step 6: Split the dataset into Training data(80%) and Test data(20%)

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Step 7: Applying various algorithms like Logistic Regression, SVM, KNN, Decision Tree,

Random Forest, Naive Bayes, Neural Network, and XGBoost for predictive modeling.

Step 8: Calculate the accuracy for each algorithm and plot the graph.

Step 9: End

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RESULT

8.1 SCREENSHOTS

CALCULATING MEAN VALUES OF ALL THE DATA

IDENTIFYING THE VARIABLES DIFFERENT FROM TARGET

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FINAL GRAPH OG ACCURACY OF ALL ALGORITHMS

PERCENTAGE OF ACCURACY SCORE

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CONCLUSION AND FUTURE ENHANCEMENT

CONCLUSION

The heart disease prediction system helps in early detection and prevention, contributing to better health
outcomes. Random Forest provides high accuracy by combining multiple decision trees and reducing
errors caused by noise or outliers. This system can support healthcare professionals in assessing risk,
enabling timely interventions for patients.

Insights gained: The Random Forest model achieved the highest accuracy due to its ensemble learning
approach, effectively capturing complex patterns in the data while reducing overfitting. It identified
key predictors like cholesterol, blood pressure, and age, providing actionable insights for early
diagnosis and personalized treatment of heart disease.

In conclusion, machine learning (ML) offers a transformative approach to heart disease prediction by
providing highly accurate, efficient, and personalized risk assessments. By analyzing large and complex
datasets, ML models can identify intricate patterns and relationships between various risk factors,
enabling early detection and proactive interventions. The automation of predictions reduces human
error, accelerates diagnostic processes, and allows for real-time monitoring, contributing to better
patient outcomes. However, the implementation of ML in heart disease prediction comes with
challenges such as data quality, interpretability, and potential biases in the models. Ensuring the
availability of diverse, high-quality data, improving model transparency, and addressing ethical
concerns are crucial steps for the successful integration of machine learning into healthcare. With
continued advancements in technology, ML has the potential to revolutionize cardiovascular health by
making heart disease prediction more accurate, accessible, and effective.

FUTURE ENHANCEMENT

Future enhancement could involve integrating the Heart Disease Prediction System with real-time

data from wearable health devices (e.g., smartwatches, fitness trackers). This would enable
continuous monitoring of vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, an d physical activity,
providing a dynamic risk assessment . The heart disease prediction projects focus on
improving prediction accuracy, expanding application scope, and enhancing usability.

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REFERENCE

[1] Dataset we've used for our Kaggle kernel 'Binary Classification with Sklearn and Keras’
https://www.kaggle.com/ronitf/heart-disease-uci

[2] European Heart Journal Supplements (2020) 22 (Supplement E), E116–E120 The Heart
of the Matter E116-Typical and Atypical agina, E117-Causes of Atypical Agina

[3] Explainable AI for Heart Disease Prediction (Yueying Wang et al), Scientific
Reports(2022) Introduced explainable AI (XAI) methods to interpret heart disease prediction
models.

[4] Deep Learning for Cardiovascular Risk Prediction (Harleen Kaur et al), journal of the
Big Data(2021) Developed deep learning models with recurrent layers for analyzing
longitudinal health data.

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