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¹School of Computer Science and Technology, Taiyuan University of Science and Technology, Taiyuan 030024, China. zjghappy@126.com

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This study enhances image segmentation by improving the Chan-Vese (C-V) model for faster convergence and accuracy. The new method effectively segments non-homogeneous images, including liver tumors in CT scans.

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Area of Science:

Medical Imaging
Computer Vision
Image Segmentation

Background:

Traditional Chan-Vese (C-V) models suffer from slow convergence and inaccuracy in segmenting non-homogeneous images.
Existing methods often struggle with complex image textures and boundaries.

Purpose of the Study:

To improve the convergence speed and segmentation accuracy of the C-V model for non-homogeneous images.
To develop a more robust image segmentation technique for medical applications.

Main Methods:

A novel local gradient-based model was introduced to accelerate the initial contour evolution towards the target boundary.
An adaptive velocity reconciliation term was integrated into the C-V model's velocity equation, incorporating Gradient Vector Flow (GVF) characteristics.
The enhanced model was tested on computed tomography (CT) scans for liver tumor segmentation.

Main Results:

The local gradient model significantly reduced the evolution time for initial contour placement.
The adaptive velocity term improved the model's ability to converge to the true object border.
Experimental results demonstrated the effectiveness of the proposed method in segmenting liver tumors.

Conclusions:

The enhanced C-V model offers a more efficient and accurate solution for image segmentation, particularly in challenging non-homogeneous scenarios.
This improved technique shows promise for clinical applications, such as automated tumor detection and delineation in medical imaging.