Deep learning aided measurement of outer retinal layer metrics as biomarkers for inherited retinal degenerations: opportunities and challenges.

Journal: Current opinion in ophthalmology
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Abstract

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The purpose of this review was to provide a summary of currently available retinal imaging and visual function testing methods for assessing inherited retinal degenerations (IRDs), with the emphasis on the application of deep learning (DL) approaches to assist the determination of structural biomarkers for IRDs.

Authors

  • Mark E Pennesi
    Casey Eye Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, 3375 SW Terwilliger Blvd, Portland, OR 97205, USA.
  • Yi-Zhong Wang
    Retina Foundation of the Southwest, Dallas, TX, USA.
  • David G Birch
    Retina Foundation of the Southwest, Dallas, TX, USA.