.. _compute-csa-and-other-shape-metrics:

Compute CSA (and other shape metrics)
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This section demonstrates how to compute shape metrics of the spinal cord using the ``sct_process_segmentation`` command. Of primary interest is the cross-sectional area (CSA) of the spinal cord, but this command will also calculate other shape metrics, such as diameter, orientation, and symmetry of the cord.

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   compute-csa-and-other-shape-metrics/before-starting
   compute-csa-and-other-shape-metrics/cross-sectional-area
   compute-csa-and-other-shape-metrics/other-shape-metrics
   compute-csa-and-other-shape-metrics/verify-correctness