Deep convolution neural network for screening carotid calcification in dental panoramic radiographs.
Ischemic stroke, a leading global cause of death and disability, is commonly caused by carotid arteries atherosclerosis. Carotid artery calcification (CAC) is a well-known marker of atherosclerosis. Such calcifications are classically detected by ultrasound screening. In recent years it was shown th...
Main Authors: | , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science (PLoS)
2023-04-01
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Series: | PLOS Digital Health |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pdig.0000081 |