HR-NET: Revolutionizing Diabetic Retinopathy Diagnosis with High-Resolution Analysis

International Journal of Electronics and Communication Engineering

© 2024 by SSRG - IJECE Journal

Volume 11 Issue 7

Year of Publication : 2024

Authors : A. Jasni, I. Sowmy

10.14445/23488549/IJECE-V11I7P107

How to Cite?

A. Jasni, I. Sowmy, "HR-NET: Revolutionizing Diabetic Retinopathy Diagnosis with High-Resolution Analysis," SSRG International Journal of Electronics and Communication Engineering, vol. 11,  no. 7, pp. 65-76, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488549/IJECE-V11I7P107

Abstract:

One of the most prevalent consequences of diabetes and the primary cause of blindness globally is Diabetic Retinopathy, or DR. Early recognition of DR is vital for timely intervention and prevention of vision loss. However, existing methodologies for DR detection often suffer from limitations in accuracy and robustness. This study addresses these challenges by proposing a novel methodology for DR detection using the High-Resolution Network (HR-Net) architecture. The proposed approach begins with the collection of retinal images from a publicly available dataset and applies rigorous preprocessing as well as augmentation methods to boost the dataset's quality and diversity. The preprocessed images are then inputted into the HR-Net model, which leverages its unique architectural features, including high-resolution representation and multi-resolution fusion, to analyze retinal images effectively. Several performance measures are employed to assess the suggested model's effectiveness, and it is contrasted with previous models. Outcomes demonstrate that the proposed framework attains a remarkable accuracy of 95.67%, outperforming state-of-the-art methodologies. The significance of the proposed model lies in its ability to accurately detect DR-related abnormalities in retinal images, thereby facilitating early diagnosis and intervention. The study underscores the potential of HR-Net architecture in enhancing diabetic retinopathy diagnosis and treatment, offering promising prospects for improving clinical outcomes and reducing the burden of vision loss associated with DR.

Keywords:

Diabetic retinopathy, HR-Net, Retina, Deep Learning, Hemorrhages.

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