Abstract
A novel algorithm for performing registration of dynamic contrast-enhanced (DCE) MRI data of the breast is presented. It is based on an algorithm known as iterated dynamic programming originally devised to solve the stereo matching problem. Using artificially distorted DCE-MRI breast images it is shown that the proposed algorithm is able to correct for movement and distortions over a larger range than is likely to occur during routine clinical examination. In addition, using a clinical DCE-MRI data set with an expertly labeled suspicious region, it is shown that the proposed algorithm significantly reduces the variability of the enhancement curves at the pixel level yielding more pronounced uptake and washout phases.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 28th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, EMBS'06 |
Place of Publication | USA |
Publisher | IEEE, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers |
Pages | 3049-3052 |
Number of pages | 4 |
ISBN (Print) | 1424400325, 9781424400324 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Dec 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | 28th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, EMBS'06 - New York, NY, United States Duration: 30 Aug 2006 → 3 Sept 2006 |
Conference
Conference | 28th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, EMBS'06 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | New York, NY |
Period | 30/08/06 → 3/09/06 |