Validity and accuracy of automatic cobb angle measurement on 3D spinal ultrasonographs for children with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: SOSORT 2024 award winner.

Jason Wong Marek Z Reformat Eric C Parent Edmond H M Lou

Published 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 (2024)

The automatic algorithm measured the coronal curve angle with moderate accuracy but good reliability. The algorithm's quick measurement time and interpretability can make ultrasound a more accessible imaging method for children with AIS. However, further improvements are needed to bring the method to clinical use.

Keyphrases

deep learning
machine learning
high resolution
young adults
neural network
magnetic resonance imaging
spinal cord
computed tomography
photodynamic therapy
contrast enhanced ultrasound