Breast Cancer Mass Detection using Difference of Gaussians and Pulse Coupled Neural Networks

Author

Donald A. Cournoyer

Date of Award

12-1997

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Department

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

First Advisor

Martin DeSimio, PhD

Abstract

CAD, serving as a second reader, has been shown to improve the success of radiologists at detecting breast cancer. This thesis will develop a new algorithm to identify masses in mammograms. The system developed for this thesis will be capable of assisting a radiologist in making decisions.

AFIT Designator

AFIT-GE-ENG-97D-07

DTIC Accession Number

ADA335734

Recommended Citation

Cournoyer, Donald A., "Breast Cancer Mass Detection using Difference of Gaussians and Pulse Coupled Neural Networks" (1997). Theses and Dissertations. 5606.
https://scholar.afit.edu/etd/5606