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This study introduces a 3D deep learning framework for accurate bone age assessment using skull CT scans, outperforming existing methods. The advanced model identifies new skull markers for improved forensic science applications.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Artificial Intelligence

Background:

  • Bone age assessment (BAA) is crucial in forensic science, particularly when only skeletal remains like skulls are available.
  • Current methods face challenges in accuracy, especially in extreme forensic scenarios.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an accurate 3D deep learning (DL) framework for BAA using skull CT metadata.
  • To explore novel skull markers for enhanced BAA accuracy.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 385,175 skull CT slices from 1,085 patients (ages 16.32-90.56).
  • Development of a 3D DL framework and comparison with existing DL and traditional machine learning (ML) models.
  • Evaluation using Mean Absolute Error (MAE) on training, test, and external validation sets.

Main Results:

  • The proposed 3D DL framework achieved superior MAE compared to other models: 5.70 years (males) and 7.84 years (females) on the test set.
  • Traditional ML and other DL methods showed higher MAE, ranging from 10.12 to 14.12 years.
  • The model identified new skeletal markers, enhancing BAA capabilities.

Conclusions:

  • The developed 3D DL framework offers a more accurate and robust approach to BAA from skull CT data.
  • This framework can serve as a foundation for advanced feature extraction from 3D skull CT metadata in forensic and clinical settings.
  • The study highlights the potential of AI in overcoming limitations in forensic age estimation.