Fractal analysis of contrast-enhanced CT images for preoperative prediction of malignant potential of gastrointestinal stromal tumor.

Yoshihiro KurataKoichi HayanoGaku OhiraKazuo NarushimaTomoyoshi AoyagiHisahiro Matsubara

Published in: Abdominal radiology (New York) (2020)

Diagnostic value of CT fractal analysis for prediction of high-risk GIST is comparable with FDG-PET. In terms of cost and availability, fractal analysis has a potential to be an optimal preoperative biomarker.

Keyphrases

contrast enhanced
computed tomography
magnetic resonance imaging
positron emission tomography
diffusion weighted
dual energy
magnetic resonance
patients undergoing
diffusion weighted imaging
pet ct
deep learning
human health
optical coherence tomography