Two-step image registration based on control volumes.
- Author:
Guang-wen LU
1
;
Yao-qin XIE
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH: Algorithms; Humans; Image Processing, Computer-Assisted; Radiotherapy Planning, Computer-Assisted; methods; Radiotherapy, Conformal; methods
- From: Journal of Southern Medical University 2011;31(11):1801-1805
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
OBJECTIVETo increase the accuracy of beam targeting and improve the dose distributions in radiotherapy using a robust image registration algorithm based on control volumes.
METHODSControl volume mapping and thin-plate spline deformable transformation were combined. The use of the control volumes increased the accuracy for the deformable registration. A bi-directional mapping method was also employed to correctly match the control volumes.
RESULTSThe clinical images were simulated using the proposed two-step image registration algorithm. The simulation results indicated that the registration algorithm was robust and universal, even in cases of obvious deformation.
CONCLUSIONSThe algorithm provides a more convenient and robust resolution as compared to manual landmark-based methods and single-step deformable transformations, and may help in automatic image registration in radiation therapy.