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Abstract #2847

Scan-specific deep learning-based denoising method for low-field MR images

Reina Ayde1, Najat Salameh1, and Mathieu Sarracanie1
1Center for Adaptable MRI Technology (AMT Center), Institute of Medical Sciences, School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Synopsis

Keywords: Low-Field MRI, Low-Field MRI, denoising, self-supervised learning, zero-shot learning, low SNR

Motivation: Low SNR per unit-time in low-field MRI results in noisy images when targeting both clinically acceptable resolution and acquisition times which may limit their diagnostic effectiveness.

Goal(s): We seek to improve low-field MRI SNR by means of deep-learning while overcoming the limitations of traditional supervised learning and without compromising denoising performance.

Approach: We build on:1)self-supervised method enabling training without having to collect ‘noise-free’ data and 2)zero-shot concept to achieve dataset-free and scan-specific denoising.Additionally,we adopted simplified architecture for fast training times.

Results: Our method showed high denoising performance for different SNR levels and contrasts within few seconds of processing time competing with well-established BM4D.

Impact: Our proposed denoising method, based on self-supervised zero-shot deep-learning, enables high-performance denoising within short processing times. This approach shows promise for speedy acquisitions and enhanced imaged quality in low-field, point-of-care settings.

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