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Swin-PSAxialNet: An Efficient Multi-Organ Segmentation Technique

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Attention LinkNet-152: a novel encoder-decoder based deep learning network for automated spine segmentation.

Aqsa Dastgir¹, Wang Bin¹, Muhammad Usman Saeed¹

¹School of Computer Science and Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China.

Scientific Reports

|April 16, 2025

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This study presents LinkNet-152, a deep learning model for automated spine segmentation in CT images. It achieves high accuracy, improving diagnosis and treatment of spinal conditions.

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Area of Science:

Medical Imaging
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Vision

Background:

Spine segmentation from CT images is vital for diagnosing and treating spinal conditions.
Challenges include complex anatomy and imaging artifacts, hindering accurate automated segmentation.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce LinkNet-152, a novel deep learning model for automated spine segmentation.
To enhance feature extraction and segmentation accuracy using advanced deep learning techniques.

Main Methods:

Developed an encoder-decoder deep learning model, LinkNet-152, integrating a modified EfficientNetB7 encoder with attention modules.
Utilized a modified LinkNet decoder with ResNet152 for improved feature extraction.
Applied gradient sensitivity-based pruning for model optimization.

Main Results:

Achieved superior performance on VerSe 2019 and VerSe 2020 datasets.
Obtained a Dice coefficient of 96.85% and a Jaccard index of 95.37%.
Outperformed existing state-of-the-art methods in spine segmentation accuracy.

Conclusions:

LinkNet-152 effectively addresses challenges in spine segmentation from CT images.
Demonstrates potential for advancing clinical applications in spine diagnosis and treatment.