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The document discusses the development of a predictive model for heart disease using the Random Forest algorithm, highlighting its advantages over traditional diagnostic methods. It outlines the system's architecture, software requirements, and the dataset used, emphasizing the importance of early detection and proactive management of heart health risks. Additionally, it evaluates the feasibility of the proposed system and compares the performance of various machine learning algorithms to identify the most effective one for heart health prediction.

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The document discusses the development of a predictive model for heart disease using the Random Forest algorithm, highlighting its advantages over traditional diagnostic methods. It outlines the system's architecture, software requirements, and the dataset used, emphasizing the importance of early detection and proactive management of heart health risks. Additionally, it evaluates the feasibility of the proposed system and compares the performance of various machine learning algorithms to identify the most effective one for heart health prediction.

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1.

INTRODUCTION
Heart disease is a vital component of overall well-being, with cardiovascular diseases continuing to be
a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Early detection and proactive management of
heart disease are essential for reducing the risk of severe complications such as heart attacks and
strokes. In this context, predictive modeling through machine learning has emerged as a powerful tool,
offering a proactive approach to identifying potential heart disease risks before they manifest into
critical conditions. By leveraging the power of machine learning algorithms, it becomes possible to
provide personalized care and timely interventions that can significantly improve patient outcomes.

Traditional diagnostic methods for heart disease are often reactive, typically detecting cardiovascular
conditions only after significant damage has occurred. However, with the advancement of machine
learning techniques and the availability of large-scale healthcare datasets, predictive models can now
analyze clinical data to anticipate heart disease issues before symptoms develop. This shift from
reactive to proactive care represents a paradigm shift in healthcare, empowering clinicians to take
preemptive measures based on data-driven insights.

This study aims to develop a predictive model for heart disease using the Random Forest algorithm, a
robust machine learning technique known for its high accuracy and ability to handle complex datasets.
In this case, the model uses critical health factors such as age, gender, cholesterol levels, blood pressure,
and chest pain type to predict an individual's risk of cardiovascular issues. By providing a data-driven
risk assessment, the model offers valuable insights that can help both patients and healthcare providers
take proactive steps toward better heart disease management.

To make this predictive model accessible and user-friendly, it has been integrated into a web-based
application. Users can input their health data and receive real-time predictions about their heart disease
risk. A comparative analysis of the Random Forest algorithm with other models—such as Support
Vector Machine (SVM), Logistic Regression, and Decision Tree—demonstrated that Random Forest
consistently outperformed these models in terms of accuracy, precision, and recall, making it an ideal
choice for heart disease risk prediction.

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2. SOFTWARE REQUIREMENT ANALYSIS

2.1 HARDWARE SPECIFICATION


OS Windows: 10 or newer

MAC: OS X v10.7 or higher

Linux: Ubuntu

Processor 2GHz or more

RAM 4.00 GB or above

Hard Disk 64 GB or more


Network Ethernet connection (LAN) OR a wireless adapter (Wi-Fi)

2.2 SOFTWARE SPECIFICATION

IDE Visual Studio Code

Web Server Flask

Code Python

Front End HTML and CSS

Browser Chrome

2.3 REQUIRED LIBRARIES


• Sklearn (pip install sklearn)

• Flask (pip install flask)


• Scipy (pip install scipy)
• Scikit-learn (pip install sckit-learn)

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2.4 ABOUT THE SOFTWARE AND ITS FEATURE

ABOUT PYTHON
Python is an interpreted, interactive, object-oriented programming language. It incorporates modules,
exceptions, dynamic typing, very high-level dynamic data types, and classes. It supports multiple
programming paradigms beyond object-oriented programming, such as procedural and functional
programming. Python combines remarkable power with very clear syntax. It has interfaces to many
systems calls and libraries, as well as to various window systems, and is extensible in C or C++. It is also
usable as an extension language for applications that need a programmable interface. Finally, Python is
portable: it runs on many Unix variants including Linux and macOS, and on Windows.

PYTHON FOR MACHINE LEARNING


In Python, you can use several machine learning algorithms to predict outcomes, such as classifying heart
disease, predicting house prices, or forecasting stock market trends. Common algorithms for prediction
include Random Forest, Support Vector Machine (SVM), Logistic Regression, Decision Trees, and K-
Nearest Neighbors (KNN). Below are the details of how to implement these algorithms using Python for
prediction tasks.

KEY PYTHON LIBRARIES FOR MACHINE LEARNING


 Pandas: Data manipulation and analysis.

 Matplotlib & Seaborn: Data visualization.

 Scikit-learn: The main machine learning library.

 TensorFlow & Keras: Deep learning libraries.

 XG Boost: Gradient boosting framework for building highly efficient models

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DEPENDENCIES

SCIKIT-LEARN
Scikit-learn (often referred to as "scikit-learn") is an open-source machine learning library for Python,
designed to be simple and efficient for data analysis and modeling. Built on top of foundational libraries
like NumPy, SciPy, and matplotlib, it provides easy-to-use tools for machine learning tasks, including
classification, regression, clustering, and dimensionality reduction. Scikit-learn also includes functions for
model selection, feature extraction, and preprocessing, making it versatile for both beginners and advanced
users.

The library supports a wide range of algorithms, from traditional linear models and decision trees to
ensemble methods like Random Forests and gradient boosting. Its intuitive API and well-documented
modules enable quick prototyping, experimentation, and scalability for real world applications. Scikit-
learn is popular in the data science community for its reliability, active community support, and
performance, making it a key tool in the machine learning ecosystem for academic, research, and industrial
purposes.

SCIPY

SciPy is an open-source Python library used for scientific and technical computing. Built on top of NumPy,
it extends Python’s capabilities with modules for optimization, integration, interpolation, eigenvalue
problems, algebraic equations, and statistics. SciPy is especially useful for handling large datasets and
performing complex mathematical operations. Its submodules, like `scipy.optimize` for optimization,
`scipy.integrate` for integration, `scipy.stats` for statistical analysis, and `scipy.linalg` for linear algebra,
allow users to execute specialized functions efficiently. SciPy is widely used in fields such as machine
learning, data science, physics, engineering, and beyond, providing a reliable and efficient foundation for
numerical computations. The library is continuously updated by an active community, ensuring its
relevance and performance in scientific research. With its broad functionality and interoperability with
other Python libraries, SciPy has become a cornerstone of Python's scientific computing ecosystem.

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FLASK
Flask is a lightweight, open-source web framework for Python, known for its simplicity and flexibility.
Created by Armin Ronacher, Flask follows the WSGI (Web Server Gateway Interface) standard, making
it ideal for building small to medium-sized web applications and APIs. It’s often described as a “micro-
framework” because it doesn’t include extensive built in tools or libraries but instead provides the
essentials, allowing developers to add only the components they need.

Key features of Flask include a built-in development server, support for secure cookies (sessions), and the
use of Jinja2 templating for rendering HTML. Its minimalistic approach encourages developers to
structure their code as they prefer while maintaining performance and scalability. Additionally, Flask has
a rich ecosystem of extensions that cover databases, authentication, form validation, and more, making it
versatile enough for both simple prototypes and full-scale applications.

PANDAS
In the heart health prediction project, Pandas is an essential tool for managing and manipulating the dataset,
which consists of various health-related features like age, cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and more.
Using Pandas, we can easily load the dataset into a DataFrame, a powerful tabular data structure that allows
for flexible and efficient data handling. This enables us to explore the data, check for inconsistencies, and
perform preliminary analysis, such as calculating summary statistics and understanding the distribution of
values across different features.

Finally, Pandas simplifies the process of splitting the dataset into training and testing sets, which is an
important step in machine learning. By using functions like train_test_split() from scikit-learn, we can split
the DataFrame into subsets for training and evaluating the model. With Pandas, we can also merge,
concatenate, or group data as needed, making it a versatile tool throughout the entire workflow, from initial
data exploration to model training and evaluation in the heart health prediction project.

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3. SYSTEM ANALYSIS

3.1 EXISTING SYSTEM


In the existing system, multiple algorithms are often implemented simultaneously for predicting heart
health. While this approach allows for a variety of prediction models, it creates a significant challenge in
determining which algorithm is the most accurate and reliable. Since each algorithm operates based on
different methodologies and statistical assumptions, their predictions may vary, leading to a lack of
consistency. As a result, there is no clear method for identifying the most reliable algorithm, making it
difficult to ensure that heart health predictions are consistently accurate across different cases.

This inconsistency in predictions can have serious implications for heart health assessments, as healthcare
providers and patients may receive varying risk assessments depending on which algorithm is used. The
absence of a standardized approach to determine the best-performing algorithm makes the process of heart
health prediction less effective. Patients may receive conflicting information, and the lack of a universally
reliable prediction model limits the potential for accurate early detection and prevention of heart-related
conditions.

3.2 PROPOSED SYSTEM

In the proposed system, four machine learning algorithms—Random Forest, Support


Vector Machine (SVM), Logistic Regression, and Decision Tree—are implemented with
the goal of identifying the best-performing algorithm for heart health prediction. Each
algorithm is evaluated based on accuracy and reliability, using key performance metrics
to determine which one provides the most precise results for predicting heart health risks.

After the evaluation, the algorithm that performs the best is selected. The chosen
algorithm, which demonstrates superior performance, is then implemented in the project.
This ensures that the most effective and accurate algorithm is used for heart health risk
prediction, enhancing the reliability and consistency of the system's results.

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3.3 FEASIBILITY STUDY
The feasibility study evaluates the practicality of implementing the proposed system for heart health
prediction, considering several aspects such as technical, operational, and economic feasibility. The
objective is to determine whether the system is viable, efficient, and beneficial for both users and
developers.

FEASIBILITY SYSTEM
The feasibility study’s objective is to clarify the problem the system addresses and to outline its scope.
This study includes a detailed assessment of the project’s benefits and limitations to ensure realistic
expectations. Key considerations include:

• Technical Feasibility

• Operational Feasibility

• Economic Feasibility

1. TECHNICAL FEASIBILITY

The proposed system uses four well-established machine learning algorithms—Random Forest, Support
Vector Machine (SVM), Logistic Regression, and Decision Tree—implemented in Python, a popular
language for data science and machine learning. These algorithms have been extensively studied and are
proven to handle large and complex datasets effectively. The required technical infrastructure, such as
sufficient computational power, software tools, and publicly available heart health datasets, is widely
available. Additionally, the system includes a web-based interface developed with HTML and CSS,
providing users with easy accessibility and a real-time prediction experience. Given the maturity of the
technology stack and its compatibility with existing resources, the technical feasibility of the project is high.

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2. OPERATIONAL FEASIBILITY
The operational feasibility of the system is evaluated based on its ease of use and integration into current
healthcare workflows. The system provides a user-friendly interface where healthcare providers and
patients can input health data such as age, cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and more, to receive real-time
heart health predictions. By identifying the most effective algorithm after thorough evaluation, the system
ensures accurate predictions, which can aid in early detection and prevention. This aligns with healthcare
goals of proactive management of heart health risks, making the system operationally feasible for
healthcare professionals and patients alike.

3. ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY
From an economic perspective, the proposed system is highly feasible. Since the machine learning
algorithms and web technologies used (such as Python, HTML, and CSS) are open-source, there are
minimal costs associated with acquiring the tools needed for development. The primary costs involve the
time and effort required for implementation, testing, and maintenance of the system. Additionally, by
improving early detection of heart health risks, the system could help reduce long-term healthcare costs for
both patients and healthcare providers by enabling earlier intervention and treatment. This potential for cost
savings further enhances the economic feasibility of the project.

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4. DATASET DETAILS AND FEATURES

4.1 DATASET USED


The dataset used for the heart health prediction project is sourced from Kaggle and contains key medical
indicators that are closely associated with heart disease risk. This data allows the machine learning models
to analyze various health factors and predict the likelihood of heart disease based on patient information.
Below are the main features from the dataset:

 Age: The age of the patient, a critical factor in determining heart disease risk.

 Sex: The gender of the patient (1 = male, 0 = female), as heart disease prevalence differs
between males and females.

 Chest Pain Type: The type of chest pain experienced by the patient, which is a major
symptom linked to heart conditions (e.g., typical angina, atypical angina, non-anginal
pain, or asymptomatic).

 Cholesterol: The patient's serum cholesterol level (measured in mg/dL), an important


indicator of cardiovascular health.

 Heart Rate: The maximum heart rate achieved by the patient, often linked to exercise
capacity and overall heart function.

 Thalassemia: A blood disorder that can affect oxygen levels in the body (0 = normal,
1 = fixed defect, 2 = reversible defect), which can impact heart health.

SAMPLE DATASET

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5. SYSTEM DESIGN

5.1 SOFTWARE ARCHITECTURE DIAGARAM

Figure 4.1 software architecture diagram

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5.2 UML DIAGRAMS

5.2.1 DATA FLOW DIAGRAM

Figure 4.2.1. Data Flow Diagram

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5.2.2 USE CASE DIAGRAM

Figure 4.2.2 Use Case Diagram

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5.2.3 ACTIVITY DIAGRAM

Figure 4.2.3 Activity diagram

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6. CODE TEMPLATES

6.1 MODULE DESCRIPTION

This Module gets data from user and predicts the Heart Health Prediction.

6.1.1 USER MODULE

HOMEPAGE

In this module, the user can view the required data to proceed prediction

USER INPUT

In this module, the user can input the heart health values for the prediction.

RESULT

In this module, the user can view heart health Prediction.

6.2 TABLES

6.2.1 INPUT TABLE

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7. TESTING

7.1 TESTING METHODOLOGIES

FUNCTIONALITY TESTING
The primary aim of functionality testing is to ensure that all aspects of the AQI Prediction Application
operate seamlessly without technical issues. Key areas of functional testing include:

• Link Validation: Ensure all internal and external links function correctly and direct
users to the intended pages.

• Form Testing: Verify that all forms, such as data input and prediction request forms,
work properly, with correct data validation and submission.

• HTML/CSS Validation: Check the correctness and responsiveness of HTML/CSS


code to ensure consistent display across browsers.

7.2 IDENTIFYING THE OPTIMAL ALGORITHM FOR HEART


HEALTH PREDICTION BY TESTING
In this section, we focus on identifying the most suitable algorithm for heart health prediction by evaluating
and comparing multiple machine learning models. We have implemented four popular algorithms:

1)Random Forest,
2)Decision Tree,
3)Support Vector Machine (SVM),
4)Logistic Regression.

Each algorithm was tested on the heart disease dataset, and their performances were assessed using key
metrics such as accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score. Based on these metrics, we analyze the
effectiveness of each model and identify the optimal algorithm that provides the highest accuracy and
reliability in predicting heart health outcomes.

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1. IMPLEMENTATION OF RANDOM FOREST ALGORITHM
The Random Forest algorithm is a powerful ensemble learning method that operates by constructing a
multitude of decision trees during training and outputting the mode of the classes (classification) or mean
prediction (regression) of the individual trees. It combines the predictions of multiple trees to improve the
overall performance and reduce the risk of overfitting, which is common in individual decision trees. For
heart health prediction, Random Forest is particularly effective because it can handle a large number of
input features, manage missing data, and maintain robust prediction accuracy without significant tuning.
It also offers an advantage by providing feature importance, which allows us to see which health factors
(like age, blood pressure, cholesterol, etc.) have the most influence on the prediction.

In our implementation, we trained the Random Forest model using an 80/20 train-test split on the heart
disease dataset. The dataset contains various health metrics as features (age, cholesterol levels, maximum
heart rate, etc.) and the presence of heart disease as the target variable. After scaling the features to ensure
consistency across models, the Random Forest algorithm was trained with 100 decision trees. We used
accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score to evaluate the model’s performance. Additionally, the feature
importance analysis revealed that variables like age, cholesterol, and maximum heart rate were among the
most significant predictors of heart health.

TRAINING THE RANDOM FOREST MODEL


The training process for the Random Forest model involves feeding the model with training data to learn
patterns and relationships between the input features (e.g., age, cholesterol, blood pressure) and the target
variable (heart disease presence). We used an 80/20 train-test split, where 80% of the dataset was used for
training and the remaining 20% for testing. Before training, the input features were scaled to ensure
consistent values across all features, especially since Random Forest operates more effectively when the
data is normalized

PREDICTION USING RANDOM FOREST


After training the Random Forest model, predictions were made on the test dataset, which consists of 20%
of the original data that was not used during training. The model takes the input features (such as age,
cholesterol, and blood pressure) of each test instance and runs them through the ensemble of decision trees.
Each tree in the forest provides a prediction, and the final prediction is determined by majority voting
among the trees. The output is a binary

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classification indicating whether the patient is likely to have heart disease or not. This prediction process
allows the Random Forest model to generalize its learned patterns and make accurate predictions on new,
unseen data.

Result:

The Random Forest model achieved an accuracy of 84% when tested on the heart disease dataset. This
indicates that the model correctly predicted heart disease presence or absence in 84% of the cases,
showcasing its effectiveness in handling complex, real-world medical data.

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2. IMPLEMENTATION OF DECISION TREE ALGORITHM
The Decision Tree algorithm is a simple yet effective classification method that works by recursively
splitting the dataset into subsets based on the most significant features. Each internal node represents a
decision based on a particular feature, and the branches represent the possible outcomes of that decision.
For heart health prediction, the Decision Tree helps create a flowchart-like structure where conditions (such
as age, cholesterol level, and blood pressure) are used to make decisions about the likelihood of heart
disease. The simplicity of Decision Tree models allows them to be easily interpreted, which is beneficial
for understanding how certain health factors influence predictions.

In our implementation, the Decision Tree was trained using the same 80/20 train-test split on the heart
disease dataset. The model was trained by selecting the best feature at each step using criteria like Gini
impurity or Information Gain to minimize the classification error. After training, the Decision Tree made
predictions based on the learned decision rules, effectively classifying whether a patient has heart disease
or not. The performance of the Decision Tree was evaluated using accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score
to measure how well it handled the heart disease prediction task. Additionally, the Decision Tree provided
insights into the most significant features influencing the classification decisions.

TRAINING THE DECISION TREE MODEL


The Decision Tree model was trained using an 80/20 train-test split, with 80% of the data used for training.
During training, the algorithm recursively selected the most informative features (e.g., age, cholesterol,
blood pressure) to split the data, optimizing criteria like Gini impurity or Information Gain. The model
built a tree where each node represents a decision based on a feature, and the leaf nodes indicate the
predicted class (heart disease or no heart disease). The training process continued until further splits did not
improve classification, enabling the model to make accurate predictions.

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PREDICTION USING DECISION TREE
Once the Decision Tree model was trained, it was used to make predictions on the test dataset. For each
patient in the test set, the model followed a series of decision rules, moving down the tree based on the
input features (e.g., age, cholesterol, blood pressure) until it reached a leaf node. The leaf node provided
the final prediction, indicating whether the patient was likely to have heart disease or not. This process
allowed the model to classify unseen data efficiently by applying the decision paths learned during training.

RESULT

The Decision Tree model achieved an accuracy of 76% on the heart disease dataset. This
indicates that the model correctly predicted the presence or absence of heart disease in
76% of the test cases, reflecting its effectiveness in handling classification tasks

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3. IMPLEMENTATION OF SUPPORT VECTOR MACHINE (SVM)
ALGORITHM

The Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithm is a powerful classification technique


that works by finding the optimal hyperplane that separates data points of different classes.
For heart health prediction, SVM tries to draw a boundary between the patients with and
without heart disease, maximizing the margin between the two groups. SVM can work
with both linear and non-linear data, making it flexible for a variety of datasets. In our
implementation, we used a linear kernel, which is commonly used for binary classification
problems like heart disease prediction, ensuring the model captures the linear relationships
between health features.

The SVM model was trained using the same 80/20 train-test split on the heart disease
dataset. Before training, the data was standardized using a Standard Scaler to ensure that
all features, such as age, cholesterol, and blood pressure, are on a similar scale, which is
crucial for SVM performance. During the training process, the SVM algorithm created a
decision boundary based on the training data, learning to classify patients into those who
likely have heart disease and those who do not. The trained model was then used to make
predictions on the test data, and its performance was evaluated using metrics such as
accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score

TRAINING THE SVM MODEL


The Support Vector Machine (SVM) model was trained using an 80/20 split, where 80% of the heart
disease dataset was used for training. Before training, the data was standardized using a Standard Scaler
to ensure all features, like age, cholesterol, and blood pressure, were scaled appropriately. This is important
for SVM, as it is sensitive to the scale of input features.

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We used a linear kernel for the SVM model, which is well-suited for binary classification tasks like heart
disease prediction. During training, the SVM algorithm identified the optimal hyperplane that maximizes
the margin between two classes—patients with heart disease and those without it. This hyperplane serves
as the decision boundary, and the model learns to classify future test instances based on this boundary.

PREDICTION USING SVM

After training, the SVM model was used to make predictions on the test dataset. For each patient, the SVM
applied the decision boundary it had learned to classify whether the patient was likely to have heart disease
or not. By assessing where each test instance falls in relation to the hyperplane, the model determined the
predicted class. Despite its ability to handle classification tasks, the SVM model gave less accuracy
compared to other models, indicating it might not be the best fit for this specific heart disease dataset.

RESULT

The Decision Tree model achieved an accuracy of 65% on the heart disease dataset. Its lower accuracy
may be due to overfitting, where the model becomes too specific to the training data and struggles to
generalize well to unseen data.

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4. IMPLEMENTATION OF LOGISTIC REGRESSION ALGORITHM

Logistic Regression is a fundamental classification algorithm that predicts the probability of a binary
outcome, such as determining whether a patient has heart disease or not. It models the relationship between
the dependent variable (heart disease) and independent variables (health metrics like age, cholesterol, and
blood pressure) using a logistic function. Logistic Regression assumes a linear relationship between the
features and the log-odds of the outcome, making it effective for relatively simple classification tasks in
medical data analysis, such as heart disease prediction.

In our implementation, we used an 80/20 train-test split on the heart disease dataset to train the Logistic
Regression model. Before training, the features were scaled using Standard Scaler to bring all input
variables to a similar range, which improves the model’s performance. Logistic Regression learns the
optimal coefficients for each feature during training, estimating how much each health factor contributes
to the likelihood of heart disease. After training, the model was tested on unseen data, and its performance
was evaluated using metrics like accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score to measure how well it predicts
heart health outcomes

TRAINING THE LOGISTIC REGRESSION MODEL


The Logistic Regression model was trained on the heart disease dataset using an 80/20 split, where 80%
of the data was allocated for training and 20% for testing. Before training, Standard Scaler was applied
to the features to normalize the data, ensuring that variables like age, cholesterol, and blood pressure were
on the same scale. This step is critical for Logistic Regression, as it helps the algorithm find the optimal
solution more effectively and avoids bias toward variables with larger scales.

During training, the Logistic Regression algorithm learned the relationship between the input features and
the target variable (heart disease). The model calculates coefficients for each feature, which determine their
contribution to predicting the likelihood of heart disease. The training process involves finding the best-fit
curve, which transforms the linear combination of the features into a probability estimate using the logistic
function. Once trained, the model was evaluated on the test set to assess its performance and ensure it can
generalize to new, unseen data.

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PREDICTION USING LOGISTIC REGRESSION
After training, the Logistic Regression model was used to make predictions on the test dataset. For each
test instance, the model computed the probability of heart disease by applying the learned coefficients to
the input features (such as age, cholesterol, and blood pressure). Based on this probability, the model
classified patients as either likely to have heart disease (if the probability was above 0.5) or not. While the
Logistic Regression model provided good accuracy, it was not as efficient or accurate as the Random
Forest model, which better captured the complex relationships between features in the dataset.

RESULT

The Logistic Regression model achieved an accuracy of 80% on the heart disease dataset. While its
performance was good, it did not match the higher accuracy of more advanced models like Random Forest,
which handled the complexity of the data more effectively.

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8. CONCLUSION
In this project, four machine learning algorithms—Random Forest, Decision Tree, Support Vector
Machine (SVM), and Logistic Regression—were implemented and tested for heart disease prediction.
Among these, the Random Forest algorithm demonstrated the highest accuracy and overall performance.
Random Forest's ensemble method, which combines the outputs of multiple decision trees, helps reduce
variance and prevent overfitting, which is often a problem with individual decision trees. This approach
allows Random Forest to better capture the complex relationships and interactions between the various
health features, such as age, cholesterol, and blood pressure, leading to more accurate predictions.

On the other hand, simpler models like Logistic Regression and Decision Tree, while effective, struggled
with capturing these complexities, which impacted their accuracy. For example, Logistic Regression
assumes a linear relationship between the features and the outcome, which limits its ability to model non-
linear relationships present in real-world medical data. Similarly, the Decision Tree model tended to overfit
the training data, leading to lower generalization accuracy on unseen data. Although SVM showed decent
performance, it also lacked the flexibility and robustness of Random Forest.

The Random Forest algorithm not only provided higher accuracy but also delivered consistent results
across various metrics such as precision, recall, and F1-score. Additionally, its ability to handle large
feature sets and provide insights through feature importance makes it an ideal choice for heart disease
prediction. These factors demonstrate why Random Forest outperformed other models in this task, making
it the most reliable and effective algorithm for predicting heart health outcomes in this study.

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9. FURTHER ENHANCEMENTS

In addition to improving heart disease prediction, the model can be enhanced in the
following ways:

Predicting Multiple Diseases

The heart disease prediction model can be enhanced by expanding its scope to predict other common
health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and stroke. By analyzing a wider range of medical data,
the model could become a comprehensive health risk assessment tool, providing a multi-disease prediction
system. This would allow users and healthcare providers to assess risks for several critical conditions at
once, leading to a more integrated and holistic approach to preventive healthcare. Such functionality would
offer significant benefits by enabling earlier detection of various diseases, helping individuals manage their
health more effectively.

Feature Engineering
Feature engineering involves creating new features or modifying existing ones to enhance the performance
of a predictive model. In the context of heart disease prediction, this could include deriving new variables
from the existing data, such as calculating body mass index (BMI) from weight and height or creating
interaction terms between blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Additionally, dimensionality reduction
techniques, such as principal component analysis (PCA), can be applied to remove irrelevant or redundant
features, improving the model's efficiency and accuracy. By carefully selecting and crafting relevant
features, the model becomes better equipped to capture complex relationships in the data, ultimately
improving its predictive power. These enhancements would broaden the model’s functionality,
making it more versatile and accurate across various medical conditions.

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10. APPENDIX

10.1 WEB APPLICATION OUTPUT SCREENSHOTS

10.1.1 APPLICATION HOME PAGE

The Home Page of the Heart Health Prediction web application serves as the entry point for users,
offering an overview of the application’s purpose and functionality. This page provides general
information about heart health and the importance of early prediction. While no inputs are collected on
the home page itself, users can click the "Test Now" button to navigate to the
Prediction Input Data Page.

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10.1.2 PREDICTION INPUT DATA PAGE

The Prediction Input Data Page is the core functionality of the Heart Health Prediction web application.
On this page, users can enter essential health-related data, such as age, cholesterol levels, heart rate, chest
pain type, and other relevant medical factors. Once the data is submitted, the system processes the inputs
using a trained machine learning model and provides a prediction regarding the likelihood of heart disease.

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10.1.3 PREDICTION RESULT PAGE

If the prediction shows a risk of heart disease, the Prediction Result Page displays a clear alert,
encouraging the user to consult a healthcare professional and take proactive steps for better
heart health.

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10.1.4 HEART HEALTHY STATUS

The Heart Healthy Status page confirms that the patient shows no significant risk of heart disease based on
the data provided. It offers reassurance to the user, encouraging them to maintain healthy lifestyle habits to
continue supporting their heart health.

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10.2 USER DOCUMENTATION

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
Step 1: Install Visual Studio Code (VS Code) Step

2: Install Python

Step 3: Install Python Extension for VS Code Step

4: Set Up a Virtual Environment

Step 5: Install Required Python Packages

Step 6: Set Up the Flask Web Framework

Step 7: Flask Application Setup

Step 8: Run the Flask Application

Step 9: Integrate the Machine Learning Model Step

10: Display Prediction Results

10.3 SAMPLE SOURCE PROGRAM

HOMEPAGE (home.html)

<!DOCTYPE html>

<html lang="en">

<head>

<meta charset="UTF-8">

<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">

<title>Heart Disease Prediction</title>

<link rel="stylesheet"
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PREDICTION PAGE(find.html)
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<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">

<title>Predict Heart Disease</title>

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RESULT PAGE (result.html)
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<title>Heart Disease Prediction Result</title>

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MODEL TRAINING AND VALIDATION (P1.py)
import pandas as pd

import matplotlib.pyplot as plt

from sklearn.ensemble import RandomForestClassifier from

sklearn.model_selection import train_test_split from

sklearn.metrics import classification_report

import pickle

# Load the dataset

data = pd.read_csv("Heart_Disease_Prediction.csv")

# Check the first few rows of the dataset

print(data.head())

# Check for missing values

print(data.isnull().sum())

# Optional: Handle missing values (drop or input missing data) # data =

data.dropna() # Example: drop rows with missing values

# Feature selection

features = data[["Age", "Chest pain type", "BP", "Cholesterol", "Max HR", "ST depression",
"Number of vessels fluro", "Thallium"]]

target = data['Heart Disease']

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# Split data into training and test sets (use test_size for explicit control)

x_train, x_test, y_train, y_test = train_test_split(features, target, test_size=0.3,


random_state=3136)

# Train the model

model = RandomForestClassifier(random_state=42)

model.fit(x_train, y_train)

# Uncomment to visualize feature importance

"""

print(model.feature_importances_)

x = features.columns

y = model.feature_importances_

plt.bar(x, y)

plt.xlabel("Features")

plt.ylabel("Importance")

plt.show()

"""

# Make predictions

y_pred = model.predict(x_test)

# Display the predictions, true labels, and the test data

print("Test data:")

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print(x_test)

print("\nTrue labels:")

print(y_test)

print("\nPredictions:")

print(y_pred)

# Evaluate the model using classification report (Note the correct argument order) cr =

classification_report(y_test, y_pred)

print("\nClassification Report:\n", cr)

# Save the model using pickle

with open("heartdiseaseprediction.model", "wb") as f:

pickle.dump(model, f)

# Save the feature names to the model for future reference

model.feature_names = features.columns

import pandas as pd

import matplotlib.pyplot as plt

from sklearn.ensemble import RandomForestClassifier from

sklearn.model_selection import train_test_split from

sklearn.metrics import classification_report

import pickle

# Load the dataset

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data = pd.read_csv("Heart_Disease_Prediction.csv")

# Check the first few rows of the dataset

print(data.head())

# Check for missing values

print(data.isnull().sum())

# Optional: Handle missing values (drop or impute missing data) # data =

data.dropna() # Example: drop rows with missing values

# Feature selection

features = data[["Age", "Chest pain type", "BP", "Cholesterol", "Max HR", "ST depression",
"Number of vessels fluro", "Thallium"]]

target = data['Heart Disease']

# Split data into training and test sets (use test_size for explicit control)

x_train, x_test, y_train, y_test = train_test_split(features, target, test_size=0.3,


random_state=3136)

# Train the model

model = RandomForestClassifier(random_state=42)

model.fit(x_train, y_train)

# Uncomment to visualize feature importance

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"""

print(model.feature_importances_)

x = features.columns

y = model.feature_importances_

plt.bar(x, y)

plt.xlabel("Features")

plt.ylabel("Importance")

plt.show()

"""

# Make predictions

y_pred = model.predict(x_test)

# Display the predictions, true labels, and the test data

print("Test data:")

print(x_test)

print("\nTrue labels:")

print(y_test)

print("\nPredictions:")

print(y_pred)

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MAIN APPLICATION FILE (app.py)
from flask import Flask, render_template, request

import pickle

import pandas as pd

app = Flask(__name__)

# Load the heart disease prediction model at the start with

open('heartdiseaseprediction.model', 'rb') as f: model =

pickle.load(f)

@app.route("/")

def home():

return render_template("home.html", name="Visitor")

@app.route("/find")

def find():

return render_template("find.html", name="Visitor")

@app.route("/check", methods=["POST"])

def check():

if request.method == "POST":

try:

# Collect form data

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11. REFERENCES
1.TITLE: "Prediction of Heart Disease Using Machine Learning"
AUTHORS: S. Mohan, C. Thirumalai, G. Srivastava

DESCRIPTION: This paper compares multiple machines learning algorithms, including

Decision Tree, Random Forest, Logistic Regression, and SVM, for heart disease prediction.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1007/s00542-019-04430-3

2.TITLE: "Heart Disease Prediction Using Four Machine LearningAlgorithms"


AUTHORS: P. Tharwat, A. Gaber, and S. Gamil
DESCRIPTION: This study explores and compares the performance of Random Forest, SVM,
Decision Tree, and Logistic Regression to predict heart disease, showing Random

Forest achieving the highest accuracy.

LINK:https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/8784262

3.TITLE: "Application of Machine Learning Algorithms for Accurate Detection of Heart


Disease"
AUTHORS: V. Kumar, A. Kumar

DESCRIPTION: The authors use multiple machine learning models for heart disease

detection, focusing on classification accuracy and data preprocessing.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2020.3015876

4.TITLE: "Machine Learning for Cardiovascular Risk Prediction"


AUTHORS: A. Subramanian, R. N. Smith

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including neural networks and Random Forests, for cardiovascular risk assessment.

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5.TITLE: "Heart Disease Prediction Using Machine Learning Algorithms: A Comparative


Study"
AUTHORS: B. Patel, R. Kumar

DESCRIPTION: This research compares various machine learning models for predicting

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heart disease, including Decision Trees, Naive Bayes, and KNN.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1109/ICACAT.2019.8933680
6.TITLE: "Heart Disease Diagnosis Using Feature Selection with Machine Learning" AUTHORS:
M. Amin, S. Agarwal

DESCRIPTION: The authors apply feature selection techniques and machine learning
models to improve heart disease prediction accuracy.
LINK:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2020.03.186

7.TITLE: "Random Forest Algorithm for Heart Disease Classification"


AUTHORS: A. Gupta, N. Singh
DESCRIPTION: The study highlights the effectiveness of Random Forest in detecting heart
disease and compares it with other ensemble learning models.
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8.TITLE: "Predicting Heart Disease with Neural Networks and Machine Learning Models"
AUTHORS: L. Shen, P. McCauley
DESCRIPTION: This paper uses a hybrid approach combining neural networks and
traditional machine learning models for improved heart disease prediction accuracy.
LINK:https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/8412358

9.TITLE: "Deep Learning and Machine Learning Approaches for Cardiovascular Disease
Detection"
AUTHORS: F. Yu, Y. Hu
DESCRIPTION: This research compares deep learning methods like CNN and LSTM with
machine learning algorithms for predicting cardiovascular disease.
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10.TITLE: "Predictive Analytics for Heart Disease with Machine Learning Techniques"
AUTHORS: N. Shah, S. Jain
DESCRIPTION: This paper evaluates different supervised learning algorithms for heart
disease risk prediction, including SVM and Random Forest.
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11.TITLE: "A Hybrid Model Using Machine Learning for Heart Disease Prediction"
AUTHORS: D. Singh, H. Rathore
DESCRIPTION: The authors develop a hybrid model combining logistic regression and
decision trees for more accurate heart disease prediction.

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LINK:https://doi.org/10.1109/ICACCI.2019.8902948

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Techniques"
AUTHORS: G. Khan, M. Ali

DESCRIPTION: This study explores advanced models, including Gradient Boosting and

Random Forest, for the prediction of heart disease.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2021.06.115

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AUTHORS: C. Miller, F. Li

DESCRIPTION: A comprehensive comparison of machine learning models, including

Logistic Regression and SVM, for detecting cardiovascular diseases.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/suaa081

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Logistic Regression"
AUTHORS: M. Patel, V. Singh

DESCRIPTION: This paper uses ensemble learning combining Random Forest and Logistic

Regression for accurate prediction of heart disease.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1109/ICCIS.2020.113

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AUTHORS: R. Choudhary, S. Malik

DESCRIPTION: A survey paper reviewing various machine learning algorithms for heart

disease prediction, including Random Forest and SVM.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2020.06.021

16.TITLE: "Comparative Study of Supervised Learning Models for Heart Disease


Prediction"
AUTHORS: H. Gupta, N. Kumar

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DESCRIPTION: This study compares supervised learning techniques like Naive Bayes,

Decision Trees, and Random Forest for heart disease diagnosis.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1109/IEMTRONICS.2020.9129581
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S. Verma

DESCRIPTION: A practical application of Random Forest for predicting cardiovascular

disease, focusing on clinical data integration.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1109/ICICSE.2021.9462189

18.TITLE: "Heart Disease Risk Prediction Using Random Forest Classifier"


AUTHORS: A. Jha, K. Arora

DESCRIPTION: This paper demonstrates the effectiveness of Random Forest in detecting

cardiovascular disease risks using a publicly available dataset.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-21451-7_45

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Learning Models"
AUTHORS: P. Dey, A. Khanna

DESCRIPTION: This research uses data-driven techniques and machine learning models to

enhance the prediction of cardiovascular diseases.

LINK:https://doi.org/10.1109/ICCIS.2021.9590207

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AUTHORS: K. Patel, R. Sharma

DESCRIPTION: The authors explore boosting techniques, such as XGBoost, for improved

prediction accuracy in cardiovascular disease.

LINK: [https://doi.org/10.1109/ICCSP.2021.

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