Deep Self-supervised Learning for Ultra-widefield Fundus Image Quality Assessment
摘要
Ultra-widefield fundus imaging (UWF) enhances retinal diagnostics by offering comprehensive retinal views, crucial for detecting and managing diabetic retinopathy (DR). This study introduces a deep learning method utilizing self-supervised learning through an Autoencoder network to assess the quality of UWF images. The classification task distinguishes between gradable and ungradable images, a critical component for effective DR screening. The model was evaluated using the MICCAI UWF4DR 2024 dataset, which included 434 training images (with 201 images shared with Task 2) and 61 validation images. The system demonstrated excellent performance during the validation phase, achieving an AUROC of 0.8863, sensitivity of 0.9730, and specificity of 0.7500. In the test phase, the model achieved an AUROC of 0.8979, AUPRC of 0.9371, sensitivity of 0.7627, and specificity of 0.9000. These results highlight the model’s effectiveness in accurately classifying images as gradable or ungradable, demonstrating robust performance in UWF image quality assessment. This approach shows great potential for integration into large-scale DR screening programs, improving diagnostic efficiency and consistency in teleophthalmology.