π Revolutionizing Medical Imaging with Machine Learning
FIXUS-APP is a Flask-based web application that utilizes advanced machine learning models to analyze foot and ankle X-ray images. By generating detailed visual insights, the app assists radiologists and orthopedic doctors in diagnosing conditions more accurately.
π The Problem: Challenges in X-Ray Diagnostics
Traditional X-ray analysis is often time-consuming and highly dependent on human expertise. Some key challenges include:
β Variability in X-ray views (AP, lateral, oblique) affecting diagnosis accuracy.
β Limited visual aids for pinpointing key areas of concern.
β Lack of AI-powered assistance to support medical professionals.
There was a need for an intelligent tool to enhance efficiency, precision, and accessibility in orthopedic diagnostics.
π‘ The Solution: AI-Driven X-Ray Image Analysis
FIXUS-APP provides a seamless, user-friendly interface for uploading and analyzing X-ray images, offering heatmap visualizations to highlight critical areas.
β Automated X-ray Analysis β Upload an image and receive AI-generated insights.
π₯ Grad-CAM Heatmaps β Highlights key regions in the X-ray for better diagnostics.
π Pre-Trained InceptionV3 Model β Delivers high-accuracy predictions.
πΌοΈ Multi-View Adaptability β Handles AP, lateral, and oblique X-ray views.
This enables faster, more reliable interpretations, reducing human error and enhancing medical decision-making.
π₯οΈ Technology Stack
π Flask - Backend framework for web app development
π₯οΈ Python - Drives ML model processing and integration
π₯ InceptionV3 - Pre-trained model for X-ray classification
π₯ Grad-CAM - Generates explainable AI heatmaps
π₯ My Role & Collaboration
In this project:
π Developed the web application - using Flask and Python.
π€ Implemented machine learning models - for image classification and heatmap generation.
π€ Collaborated with developers & ML experts - to optimize performance and accuracy.
β‘ Key Features & Benefits
AI-Powered Analysis - Enhances diagnostic accuracy with machine learning
Grad-CAM Heatmaps - Visualize key areas of interest in X-ray images
Multi-View Support - Adapts to different X-ray perspectives
Web-Based Interface - Accessible from any device without installation
π Challenges & Solutions
πΉ Challenge: Handling different X-ray views (AP, lateral, oblique).
β Solution: Implemented custom image processing and dynamic heatmap adjustments to ensure accurate overlays.
πΉ Challenge: Ensuring precise and interpretable AI predictions.
β Solution: Used Grad-CAM for explainability, allowing doctors to trust and validate the AIβs findings.
π Impact & Applications
π₯ Improved Medical Diagnostics β Supports radiologists and orthopedic specialists.
π Educational Tool β Helps medical students learn X-ray interpretation techniques.
β‘ Faster Diagnosis & Reduced Workload β Enhances efficiency for healthcare professionals.
π Explore More
π GitHub Repository | π₯οΈ Live Demo | π Training Notebook | π Dataset AugmentationΒ
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