This will be a comprehensive overview of the latest research, technologies and innovations in minimally invasive imaging of the prostate gland and prostate cancer imaging. A major focus will be 3D image segmentation along with computer-aided-diagnosis techniques for prostate cancer. Also featured are automated segmentation methods featuring ultrasound and MRI techniques. A number of the authors are world-class experts in the field ranging from the US, Europe, and Asia.

Features

Explores all of the latest research and developments in state-of-the art imaging of the prostate from world class experts.
Contains a comprehensive overview of 2D/3D Shape Modeling for MRI data.
Presents a detailed examination of automated segmentation of the prostate in 3D imaging.
Examines Computer-Aided-Diagnosis through automated techniques.
There will be extensive references at the end of each chapter to enhance further study.
Editor(s) Bio

Ayman El-Baz is a Professor in the Department of Bioegineering at the University of Louisville. His interest is in the field of bioimaging modeling and CAD systems in 2d/3D imaging. He has earned multple awards for his work related to novel image analysis techniques for lung cancer and autism diagnosis. Dr. El-Baz has published more than 300 technical articles.

Gyan Pareek, MD is Director of the Minimally Invasive Urology Institute and Director of the Kidney Stone Center at The Miriam Hospital. He is also an Associate Professor of Surgery (Urology) at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. He is board certified in urology and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He was a part of the team that performed the first robotic prostatechomy in the state of Rhode Island. He is President of the Rhode Island Urological Society.

Dr Jasit Suri is a noted researcher and innovator in medical imaging as well as being a Fellow of the American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE). He has published over 500 peer reviewed articles which includes 100 patents, 15 trademarks and 35 books. He has won over 50 awards during his career.