Genetic Algorithm Based Feature Selection Combined with Dual Classification for the Automated Detection of Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetes mellitus is a disorder of sugar metabolism caused by an absolute lack of insulin or an insufficient action of insulin and hence is characterized by raised levels of glucose in the blood. High blood glucose levels (Hyperglycemia) can damage the vessels that supply blood to vital organs. Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the resultant disorder affecting the retinal vasculature, leading to progressive retinal damage that can end in loss to vision and blindness [1]. DR is the most frequent cause of new cases of blindness among adults aged 20-74 years [2].

Source: Computerized Medical Imaging and Graphics - March 22, 2015 Category: Radiology Authors: R.A. Welikala, M.M. Fraz, J. Dehmeshki, A. Hoppe, V. Tah, S. Mann, T.H. Williamson, S.A. Barman Source Type: research