Medical Image Processing Basics
Medical image processing is a critical component in the field of medical imaging, enabling the analysis and interpretation of images such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. Here are some fundamental concepts and techniques:
Image Enhancement: This involves improving the quality of medical images to enhance visibility of important features. Techniques include contrast stretching, histogram equalization, and filtering.
Segmentation: This process involves identifying and isolating specific areas of interest in an image. It is crucial for tasks such as tumor detection and organ segmentation.
Registration: This technique aligns multiple images so that they can be compared or fused. It is important for comparing different modalities or follow-up scans.
Visualization: Methods for displaying medical images in a way that is easy to understand and interpret by clinicians.
For more detailed information on medical image processing, you can explore our Advanced Medical Image Processing section.