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The collected images were divided into a training set and a testing set. The training set images were used to establish and validate the deep learning program's algorithm. The testing set images were annotated, and the experimental results were recorded by three spinal specialists. The training set images were also validated using the deep learning program, and the experimental results were recorded. Finally, a comparison of the accuracy of the deep learning algorithm and that of spinal surgeons was performed to determine the clinical usability of deep learning technology based on the PP-YOLOv2 algorithm. A total of 654 patients were included in the final study, with 604 cases in the training set and 50 cases in the testing set.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      The mean average precision (mAP) value of the deep learning algorithm reached 90.08% based on the PP-YOLOv2 algorithm. Through classification of the testing set, the deep learning algorithm showed higher sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy in diagnosing lumbar spine MR images compared to manual identification. Additionally, the testing time of the deep learning program was significantly shorter than that of manual identification, and the differences were statistically significant (\n                      <jats:italic>P<\/jats:italic>\n                      &amp;lt; 0.05).\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Deep learning technology based on the PP-YOLOv2 algorithm can be used to identify normal intervertebral discs, lumbar disc herniation, and lumbar spondylolisthesis from lumbar MRI images. 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