Advances in Medical Image Segmentation

The field of medical image segmentation is witnessing significant advancements with the development of innovative models and techniques. Recent research has focused on improving the accuracy, efficiency, and robustness of segmentation models, particularly in the context of 3D images and multi-modal inputs. One notable trend is the integration of neural operators and transformers to capture long-range spatial correlations and improve resolution robustness. Another area of interest is the development of foundation models that can handle incomplete or missing input modalities, enhancing real-world applicability. Furthermore, researchers are exploring the use of diffusion-based models to address annotation variability and provide a more comprehensive understanding of medical images. Noteworthy papers in this area include HNOSeg-XS, which proposes a resolution-robust architecture for 3D image segmentation, and F3-Net, a foundation model designed for full abnormality segmentation of medical images with flexible input modality requirements. Other notable papers include Generalizable 7T T1-map Synthesis, BrainLesion Suite, HANS-Net, Benchmarking and Explaining Deep Learning Cortical Lesion MRI Segmentation, Unified Medical Image Segmentation with State Space Modeling Snake, and DiffOSeg.

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HNOSeg-XS: Extremely Small Hartley Neural Operator for Efficient and Resolution-Robust 3D Image Segmentation

F3-Net: Foundation Model for Full Abnormality Segmentation of Medical Images with Flexible Input Modality Requirement

Generalizable 7T T1-map Synthesis from 1.5T and 3T T1 MRI with an Efficient Transformer Model

BrainLesion Suite: A Flexible and User-Friendly Framework for Modular Brain Lesion Image Analysis

HANS-Net: Hyperbolic Convolution and Adaptive Temporal Attention for Accurate and Generalizable Liver and Tumor Segmentation in CT Imaging

Benchmarking and Explaining Deep Learning Cortical Lesion MRI Segmentation in Multiple Sclerosis

Unified Medical Image Segmentation with State Space Modeling Snake

DiffOSeg: Omni Medical Image Segmentation via Multi-Expert Collaboration Diffusion Model

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