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Multi-scale, multi-dimensional binocular endoscopic image depth estimation network.

Xiongzhi Wang¹, Yunfeng Nie², Wenqi Ren³

¹School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100039, China; School of Aerospace Science And Technology, Xidian University, Xian 710071, China.

Computers in Biology and Medicine

|August 19, 2023

Summary

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This study introduces a novel deep learning model for real-time depth estimation from endoscopic images, crucial for surgical navigation. The developed multi-scale supervisory depth estimation network (MMDENet) significantly improves accuracy in challenging surgical environments.

Keywords:

Convolutional neural network Depth estimation Endoscopic datasets Stereoscopic vision

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Area of Science:

Medical Imaging
Computer Vision
Surgical Technology

Background:

Real-time depth estimation is vital for minimally invasive surgery.
Lack of endoscopic datasets hinders deep learning applications for depth acquisition.
Current methods struggle with accuracy in complex surgical environments.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a high-accuracy 3D simulation model for generating endoscopic image datasets.
To create an end-to-end deep learning network for real-time depth estimation.
To enhance surgical navigation capabilities through precise depth information.

Main Methods:

Proposed an end-to-end multi-scale supervisory depth estimation network (MMDENet).
Incorporated a multi-scale feature extraction module for enhanced correspondence precision.
Utilized a multi-dimensional information-guidance refinement module for disparity map optimization.

Main Results:

Achieved a 3.14% reduction in endpoint error compared to state-of-the-art methods.
Demonstrated real-time processing at approximately 30 frames per second.
Validated performance on actual endoscopic images with 93.38% precision.

Conclusions:

MMDENet offers a promising solution for real-time depth estimation in endoscopic surgery.
The model's accuracy and speed meet the demands of surgical navigation applications.
High precision in real-world scenarios suggests significant potential for clinical adoption.