A survey on brain MRI segmentation

Kavitha Soppari 1, Sravya Putnala 2, *, Sai Srujana Borala 2 and Sai Kumar Gondhi 2

1 Professor and Head, Department of CSE (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning), ACE Engineering College, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
2 IV B. Tech students, Department of CSE (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning), ACE Engineering College, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
 
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 21(03), 1702–1710
Article DOI10.30574/wjarr.2024.21.3.0813
 
Publication history: 
Received on 08 February 2024; revised on 16 March 2024; accepted on 19 March 2024
 
Abstract: 
Neurological disorders pose a significant challenge in medical diagnostics, requiring accurate and efficient analysis of brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans. This study introduces a novel approach for enhanced neurological diagnosis through the application of deep learning techniques to automate the segmentation of brain structures in MRI images. The proposed method leverages the power of convolutional neural networks (CNNs) to extract intricate patterns and features from complex neuro imaging data. The research involves the development and training of a deep learning model capable of accurately delineating key anatomical regions, such as the cortex, hippocampus, and ventricles. The model is trained on a large data set of annotated MRI scans, optimizing its performance through rigorous validation processes. The utilization of deep learning enables the algorithm to learn and generalize from diverse imaging data, improving its adaptability to variations in patient demographics and scanner characteristics. To evaluate the effectiveness of the proposed approach, comprehensive experiments are conducted on a diverse set of MRI datasets, encompassing various neurological conditions. Quantitative metrics, including Dice coefficient and Hausdorff distance, are employed to assess the segmentation accuracy compared to ground truth annotations. Additionally, the clinical relevance of the automated segmentation is validated through collaboration with neurologists and radiologists. The results demonstrate that the deep learning- enabled segmentation method consistently outperforms traditional image processing techniques, providing more accurate and reliable segmentation results. The proposed approach not only streamlines the diagnostic process but also has the potential to uncover subtle abnormalities that may be overlooked by manual inspection. In conclusion, the integration of deep learning into the segmentation of brain MRI scans presents a promising avenue for enhancing neurological diagnosis. The automated and precise delineation of brain structures contributes to the efficiency and accuracy of diagnostic workflows, ultimately improving patient outcomes and facilitating timely interventions in the realm of neurological disorders.
 
Keywords: 
Neurological disorders; Medical diagnostics; Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI); Deep learning techniques; Automated segmentation; Convolutional neural networks (CNNs); Anatomical regions; Diverse imaging data; Quantitative metrics; Diagnostic workflows. 
 
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