Skull Brain Volume Algorithm
Skull Brain Volume Algorithm
1. Acquire Images:
2. Preprocessing:
- Use thresholding to isolate high-intensity regions corresponding to bone (e.g., intensity > 1000
HU).
4. 3D Volume Reconstruction:
5. Compute Volume:
- Use region-growing algorithms or connected component labeling to isolate the largest connected
- Count the number of non-zero voxels within the segmented skull region.
- MRI provides excellent contrast for soft tissues, making it ideal for brain segmentation.
- Perform a T1-weighted MRI scan for clear differentiation between brain tissues.
2. Preprocessing:
3. Brain Segmentation:
- Refine the segmentation by excluding areas with intensities below or above specific thresholds
4. Count Voxels:
5. Compute Volume:
- Multiply the voxel count by the voxel size to calculate the brain volume.
3. Divide the brain volume by the skull volume to determine the ratio.
This approach uses classic functions and avoids deep learning, relying on mathematical transforms