Longitudinal Characterization of Breast Morphology during Reconstructive Surgery

Abstract

Quantitative analysis of breast morphology facilitates pre-operative planning and post-operative outcome assessments in breast reconstruction. Our project is developing algorithms to quantify changes in local breast morphology occurring over time. The project encompasses three topics: (1) Three-dimensional (3D) images registration, (2) Breast contour detection, and (3) Quantitative analysis of local breast morphology changes. We developed a semi-automated 3D image registration algorithm. We have also developed an approach to directly compute breast contour on 3D images. In the future, we will improve existing and develop additional algorithms to fulfill our project goals.