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Research progress of nasopharyngeal carcinoma using deep learning based on MRI
SU Xiaohong  JIN Guanqiao 

Cite this article as: SU X H, JIN G Q. Research progress of nasopharyngeal carcinoma using deep learning based on MRI[J]. Chin J Magn Reson Imaging, 2023, 14(3): 170-174, 188. DOI:10.12015/issn.1674-8034.2023.03.031.


[Abstract] MRI is the preferred non-invasive imaging method for nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC). At present, the image processing and analysis of NPC mainly relies on manual work, which is not only subjective but also time-consuming and labor-intensive. Deep learning (DL), as an implementation method of artificial intelligence, can independently detect and select the best features to complete image processing tasks, improve the efficiency and accuracy of image analysis, and show great application potential in the field of image analysis, its applications in NPC has also attracted much attention. This paper briefly introduces the concept of DL, and reviews the research progress of MRI based DL in tumor segmentation, image synthesis, diagnosis and prognosis prediction. It is expected to provide reference value for future research, promote the application of DL in NPC, and help clinicians make diagnosis and treatment decisions.
[Keywords] nasopharyngeal carcinoma；magnetic resonance imaging；deep learning；tumor segmentation；image synthesis；differential diagnosis；prognosis prediction

SU Xiaohong   JIN Guanqiao*  

Department of Radiology, Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Guangxi Clinical Medical Research Center of Imaging Medicine, Guangxi Key Clinical Specialty (Medical Imaging Department), Dominant Cultivation Discipline of Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Guangxi Medical University (Medical Imaging Department), Nanning 530021, China

Corresponding author: Jin GQ, E-mail: jinguanqiao77@gxmu.edu.cn

Conflicts of interest   None.

Received  2022-10-24
Accepted  2023-02-15
DOI: 10.12015/issn.1674-8034.2023.03.031
Cite this article as: SU X H, JIN G Q. Research progress of nasopharyngeal carcinoma using deep learning based on MRI[J]. Chin J Magn Reson Imaging, 2023, 14(3): 170-174, 188. DOI:10.12015/issn.1674-8034.2023.03.031.

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