A review of deep learning segmentation methods for carotid artery ultrasound images

Abstract

The carotid artery is a critical blood vessel that supplies blood to the brain, and its health and function are essential for preventing cardiovascular diseases such as stroke. Ultrasound imaging is commonly used to diagnose the carotid artery and monitor its health, but traditional methods have limitations in terms of accuracy and efficiency. In recent years, deep learning segmentation methods have been developed to improve the diagnosis of the carotid artery, which have shown great potential for improving the accuracy and efficiency of cardiovascular diagnosis. In this paper, we aim to review and summarize the recent research on deep learning segmentation methods for the carotid artery ultrasound images. Specifically, we focus on techniques for the segmentation of the intima-media, plaque, and lumen sites, which are important for clinical diagnosis. Through our analysis of the literature, we seek to identify the key trends and challenges in this field, and to provide insights into the opportunities and challenges for future research and development in this area.