A deep learning-based technique for the diagnosis of epidural spinal cord compression on thoracolumbar CT.
James Thomas Patrick Decourcy HallinanLei ZhuHui Wen Natalie TanSi Jian HuiXinyi LimBryan Wei Loong OngHan Yang OngSterling Ellis EideAmanda J L ChengShuliang GeTricia KuahShi Wei Desmond LimXi Zhen LowEe Chin TeoQai Ven YapYiong Huak ChanAravind KumarBalamurugan A VellayappanBeng Chin OoiSwee Tian QuekAndrew MakmurJiong Hao TanPublished in: European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society (2023)
A deep learning model for the objective assessment of ESCC on CT had comparable or superior performance to radiologists and spine surgeons. Earlier diagnosis of ESCC on CT could reduce treatment delays, which are associated with poor outcomes, increased costs, and reduced survival.