An automatic tool for lumbar deformities and intervertebral disc degeneration using deep-learning based 3D segmentation

Degenerative alterations are the most common cause of lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) in seniors. LSS is detected more often due to enhanced imaging technology and an aging population. Imaging data help individuals with chronic symptoms considering invasive therapy. This study combined the approach of assessing disc degeneration with stenosis assessment, using a deep learning-based segmentation module and a home-made autonomous measuring system.