Insights into Imaging (Jan 2023)

Deep learning enables automated MRI-based estimation of uterine volume also in patients with uterine fibroids undergoing high-intensity focused ultrasound therapy

  • Maike Theis,
  • Tolga Tonguc,
  • Oleksandr Savchenko,
  • Sebastian Nowak,
  • Wolfgang Block,
  • Florian Recker,
  • Markus Essler,
  • Alexander Mustea,
  • Ulrike Attenberger,
  • Milka Marinova,
  • Alois M. Sprinkart

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13244-022-01342-0
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 14, no. 1
pp. 1 – 9

Abstract

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Key points Deep learning methods enable accurate segmentation of the uterus in T2-weighted MRI. Automatic uterine volumetry is possible in patients with and without leiomyomas. Automated volumetry enables an objective assessment of response to high-intensity focused ultrasound therapy.

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