Machine learning-driven Heckmatt grading in facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy: A novel pathway for musculoskeletal ultrasound analysis.

Journal: Clinical neurophysiology : official journal of the International Federation of Clinical Neurophysiology
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Abstract

OBJECTIVE: This study introduces a machine learning approach to automate muscle ultrasound analysis, aiming to improve objectivity and efficiency in segmentation, classification, and Heckmatt grading.

Authors

  • Francesco Marzola
  • Nens van Alfen
    Department of Neurology, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behavior, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, Netherlands.
  • Jonne Doorduin
  • Kristen M Meiburger
    Department of Electronics and Telecommunications, Politecnico di Torino, Italy.