Machine Learning/Deep Neuronal Network: Routine Application in Chest Computed Tomography and Workflow Considerations

J Thorac Imaging. 2020 May:35 Suppl 1:S21-S27. doi: 10.1097/RTI.0000000000000498.

Abstract

The constantly increasing number of computed tomography (CT) examinations poses major challenges for radiologists. In this article, the additional benefits and potential of an artificial intelligence (AI) analysis platform for chest CT examinations in routine clinical practice will be examined. Specific application examples include AI-based, fully automatic lung segmentation with emphysema quantification, aortic measurements, detection of pulmonary nodules, and bone mineral density measurement. This contribution aims to appraise this AI-based application for value-added diagnosis during routine chest CT examinations and explore future development perspectives.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Lung / diagnostic imaging
  • Lung Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Machine Learning*
  • Neural Networks, Computer
  • Radiographic Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted / methods*
  • Radiography, Thoracic / methods*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*
  • Workflow*