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01-12-2010 | Review

Shifting from region of interest (ROI) to voxel-based analysis in human brain mapping

Authors: Loukas G. Astrakas, Maria I. Argyropoulou

Published in: Pediatric Radiology | Issue 12/2010

Abstract

Current clinical studies involve multidimensional high-resolution images containing an overwhelming amount of structural and functional information. The analysis of such a wealth of information is becoming increasingly difficult yet necessary in order to improve diagnosis, treatment and healthcare. Voxel-wise analysis is a class of modern methods of image processing in the medical field with increased popularity. It has replaced manual region of interest (ROI) analysis and has provided tools to make statistical inferences at voxel level. The introduction of voxel-based analysis software in all modern commercial scanners allows clinical use of these techniques. This review will explain the main principles, advantages and disadvantages behind these methods of image analysis.

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Title: Shifting from region of interest (ROI) to voxel-based analysis in human brain mapping
Authors: Loukas G. Astrakas
Maria I. Argyropoulou
Publication date: 01-12-2010
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Pediatric Radiology / Issue 12/2010
Print ISSN: 0301-0449
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1998
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00247-010-1677-8

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