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This is a Quantitative Study study.

September 17, 2025

Generation of 123I-IMP brain SPECT from 3D T1-weighted imaging using a machine-learning-based model

Key Points

Training on a combined dataset enhances image generation accuracy and model generalizability.
The Pix2PixHD method applied to MPRAGE images improves SPECT-like image output for neurological assessments.
Quantitative and qualitative assessments confirmed the effectiveness of the machine learning model in various scenarios.
Results indicate that the approach could potentially minimize reliance on traditional SPECT imaging.

Abstract

Motivation: 123I-IMP SPECT is useful for diagnosing dementia and Parkinsonism but has drawbacks. We explored whether MPRAGE images could generate SPECT-like images, reducing the need for traditional SPECT. Goal(s): This study aimed to develop an ML model that generates SPECT-like images from MPRAGE, using a dataset of dementia and Parkinsonism patients to improve model accuracy. Approach: We used the Pix2PixHD method with various smoothing levels on MPRAGE images and compared models trained on dementia, Parkinsonism, and combined datasets. Quantitative and qualitative assessments were performed. Results: The combined dataset achieved the highest accuracy, showing that training on diverse cases improves image generation and model generalizability. Impact: This study shows that a machine learning model trained on a combined dementia and Parkinsonism dataset can generate accurate SPECT-like images from MPRAGE, potentially reducing the need for traditional SPECT imaging in neurological assessments.

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