Synthetic Skull CT

Synthetic skull CT generation uses artificial intelligence, specifically generative adversarial networks (GANs) and convolutional neural networks (CNNs), to create realistic computer-generated skull CT images from other readily available medical scans like MRI. This addresses the limitations of real CT scans, such as radiation exposure and data scarcity, while enabling the training of deep learning models for various applications. Current research focuses on improving the accuracy and realism of synthetic CTs, primarily for enhancing transcranial ultrasound and focused ultrasound therapies by providing accurate skull acoustic property estimations for treatment planning. This technology has the potential to significantly improve the efficiency and safety of neurosurgical procedures and related deep learning applications.

Papers

November 5, 2024

A Theory of Stabilization by Skull Carving
Mathieu Lamarre, Patrick Anderson, Étienne Danvoye
Theoretical Understanding Human Head Facial Motion Head Motion Self Stabilization Effect Ship Design Synthetic Skull CT

August 1, 2023

Synthetic Skull CT Generation with Generative Adversarial Networks to Train Deep Learning Models for Clinical Transcranial Ultrasound
Kasra Naftchi-Ardebili, Karanpartap Singh, Reza Pourabolghasem, Pejman Ghanouni, Gerald R. Popelka, Kim Butts Pauly
Generative Adversarial Network Deep Learning Model Transcranial Ultrasound Synthetic Skull CT

August 14, 2022

Predicting skull fractures via CNN with classification algorithms
Md Moniruzzaman Emon, Tareque Rahman Ornob, Moqsadur Rahman
Convolutional Neural Network Convolutional Neural Network Model Classification Algorithm Synthetic Skull CT Skull Fracture

February 21, 2022

Synthetic CT Skull Generation for Transcranial MR Imaging-Guided Focused Ultrasound Interventions with Conditional Adversarial Networks
Han Liu, Michelle K. Sigona, Thomas J. Manuel, Li Min Chen, Charles F. Caskey, Benoit M. Dawant
Computed Tomography Conditional Generative Adversarial Network Transcranial Ultrasound Synthetic Skull CT

Synthetic Skull CT

Papers

A Theory of Stabilization by Skull Carving

Synthetic Skull CT Generation with Generative Adversarial Networks to Train Deep Learning Models for Clinical Transcranial Ultrasound

Predicting skull fractures via CNN with classification algorithms

Synthetic CT Skull Generation for Transcranial MR Imaging-Guided Focused Ultrasound Interventions with Conditional Adversarial Networks