Fetal Biometry
Fetal biometry uses ultrasound imaging to measure fetal dimensions (head, abdomen, femur, etc.) for assessing gestational age, growth, and detecting anomalies. Current research heavily employs deep learning, particularly convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and U-Net architectures, often incorporating techniques like multi-task learning, Bayesian methods, and uncertainty modeling to improve accuracy and reliability of automated biometric measurements from both still images and video scans. These advancements aim to reduce inter-observer variability, improve diagnostic accuracy, and potentially streamline clinical workflows, particularly in resource-limited settings where expert sonographers are scarce. The ultimate goal is to provide more precise and efficient fetal assessments, leading to better prenatal care and improved pregnancy outcomes.
Papers
Towards deep observation: A systematic survey on artificial intelligence techniques to monitor fetus via Ultrasound Images
Mahmood Alzubaidi, Marco Agus, Khalid Alyafei, Khaled A Althelaya, Uzair Shah, Alaa Abd-Alrazaq, Mohammed Anbar, Michel Makhlouf, Mowafa Househ
Deep Learning-based Quality Assessment of Clinical Protocol Adherence in Fetal Ultrasound Dating Scans
Sevim Cengiz, Mohammad Yaqub