Statistical Shape Models

Statistical Shape Models are mathematical tools used to represent and analyze the common patterns and variations of complex shapes, such as organs or anatomical structures. By studying a set of example shapes, these models identify the typical features and how they can differ, capturing both the average shape and the ways it can vary. This helps in applications like medical imaging, where models can assist in diagnosing, planning surgeries, or tracking changes over time, by providing a statistical understanding of shape differences within a population.