Systems, methods, and computer program products for operating guided workflow features of fluid injector systems

Abstract

A method for providing one or more guided workflow features with respect to a fluid injector system may include receiving data associated with the fluid injector system, generating one or more guided workflow features based on data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system, in one embodiment, a method includes displaying, on one or more display devices, a first graphical user interface (GUI) screen associated with a guided workflow for operating a fluid injector system, receiving a first user input, displaying, on the one or more display devices, a second GUI screen associated with the guided workflow based on receiving the first user input, and displaying, on the one or more display devices, a second GUI screen associated with the guided workflow based on receiving the second GUI screen. A first operation of the fluid injector system is performed, and a second user input is received, where the second GUI screen provides information about a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system after the first GUI screen. Systems and computer program products are also disclosed.

Description

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 338,333, filed May 4, 2022, the disclosure of which is incorporated by reference in its entirety. Technical Field

[0003] The present disclosure generally relates to systems, devices, products, apparatus and methods for operating a medical fluid injector system and optimizing workflow features and algorithms for an injection procedure of the medical fluid injector system. Background Art

[0004] Injection devices, such as fluid injection devices, can be used by medical practitioners in medical diagnostic procedures and / or medical treatment procedures. For example, a medical practitioner can use a fluid injection device to inject one or more medical fluids into a patient. Fluid injection devices can be used to pressurize and inject medical fluids (e.g., radiographic materials, e.g., contrast agents, radiocontrast media, contrast media, etc.) and / or flushing agents (e.g., saline) in medical imaging procedures (e.g., angiography, computed tomography (CT), ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and positron emission tomography (PET)). In some cases, a fluid injection device can be designed to deliver a preset amount of one or more medical fluids to a patient at a preset pressure and / or flow rate.

[0005] Typically, a fluid injection device may have a drive member, such as a piston, connected to a syringe, such as through a connection with a syringe plunger. The syringe may include a rigid barrel, and the syringe plunger may be slidably disposed within the barrel. The drive member may drive the syringe plunger and / or rolling diaphragm / proximal wall in a proximal and / or distal direction relative to the longitudinal axis of the barrel to draw fluid into or deliver fluid from the syringe barrel.

[0006] Conventional fluid injector systems may include a series of steps or processes for setting up a fluid injection procedure, performing the fluid injection procedure, and preparing the system for a subsequent fluid injection procedure. This series of steps or processes may be long and complex, and the possibility of skipping or inadvertently missing one or more steps may result in suboptimal images, potential harm to the patient, and / or the need to repeat the fluid injection and imaging process. As described herein, a guided workflow process that guides a user through an injection procedure may improve the injection procedure and limit errors, thereby producing better image quality and limiting errors or potential harm to the patient. Summary of the invention

[0007] Thus, systems, methods, and computer program products are provided for providing one or more guided workflow features with respect to a fluid injector system to improve the operating efficiency and accuracy of the fluid injector system during a fluid injection procedure and to prepare the fluid injector system for subsequent injection procedures.

[0008] According to an embodiment, a method for providing one or more guided workflow features regarding a fluid injector system includes: receiving data associated with the fluid injector system with at least one processor; displaying, on one or more display devices, a first graphical user interface (GUI) screen associated with a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system based on data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system using at least one processor; receiving, with at least one processor, a first user input via a first graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen; displaying, on one or more display devices, a second GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system based on receiving the first user input using at least one processor; performing a first operation of the fluid injector system using at least one processor based on the first user input; and receiving, with at least one processor, a second user input via a second graphical element or input device of the second GUI screen; wherein the second GUI screen provides information about the guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system subsequent to the first GUI screen.

[0009] According to an embodiment, the method includes performing a second operation of the fluid injector system based on a second user input.

[0010] According to an embodiment, a method in which a first GUI screen is displayed on one or more display devices includes: displaying the first GUI screen on one or more display devices of a fluid injector system.

[0011] According to an embodiment, a method for displaying a first GUI screen on one or more display devices includes: displaying at least a first portion of the first GUI screen on a first display device of a fluid injector system, and displaying at least a second portion of the first GUI screen on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system.

[0012] According to an embodiment, a method for displaying a second GUI screen on one or more display devices includes: based on receiving a first user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen, displaying at least a first portion of the second GUI screen on a first display device of a fluid injector system, and based on receiving the first user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen, displaying at least a second portion of the second GUI screen on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system.

[0013] According to an embodiment, a method wherein displaying a first GUI screen on one or more display devices comprises: displaying the first GUI screen on a display device of a workstation device independent of the fluid injector system.

[0014] According to an embodiment, a method for receiving data associated with a fluid injector system includes: receiving data associated with one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system from a reader device, the reader device reading at least one barcode associated with the one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system. The method also includes: based on the data associated with the one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system, displaying a first GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection process of the fluid injector system on one or more display devices, receiving a third user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen, the first GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection process of the fluid injector system, wherein the third user input includes an indication that the one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system are to be recycled, based on receiving the third user input, displaying a second GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for disposing and recycling the one or more components on the one or more display devices, wherein the second GUI screen includes instructions regarding a process for recycling the one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system, and displaying a third GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for disposing and recycling the one or more components on the one or more display devices, wherein the second GUI screen includes data associated with a sustainability score indicating environmental sustainability for the user.

[0015] According to an embodiment, a system for providing one or more guided workflow features on a fluid injector system includes: at least one processor programmed or configured to: receive data associated with the fluid injector system, based on the data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system, display a first graphical user interface (GUI) screen associated with a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system on one or more display devices, receive a first user input via a first graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen, based on receiving the first user input, display a second GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system on the one or more display devices, perform a first operation of the fluid injector system based on the first user input, receive a second user input via a second graphical element or input device of the second GUI screen, and the second GUI screen provides information about the guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system subsequent to the first GUI screen.

[0016] According to an embodiment, the at least one processor is further programmed or configured to: perform a second operation of the fluid injector system based on a second user input.

[0017] According to an embodiment, when the first GUI screen is displayed on the one or more display devices, the at least one processor is programmed or configured to: display the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices of the fluid injector system.

[0018] According to an embodiment, when a first GUI screen is displayed on one or more display devices, at least one processor is programmed or configured to: display at least a first portion of the first GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system, and display at least a second portion of the first GUI screen on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system.

[0019] According to an embodiment, at least one processor is further programmed or configured to: display at least a first portion of a second GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system based on receiving user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen, and display at least a second portion of the second GUI screen on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system based on receiving user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen.

[0020] According to an embodiment, when displaying the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices, the at least one processor is programmed or configured to: display the first GUI screen on a display device of a workstation device independent of the fluid injector system.

[0021] According to an embodiment, when receiving data associated with a fluid injector system, at least one processor is programmed or configured to: receive data associated with one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system from a reader device, and the reader device reads at least one bar code associated with one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system. At least one processor is further programmed or configured to: based on data associated with one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system, display on one or more display devices a first GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection process of the fluid injector system; receive a third user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen, the first GUI screen being associated with the guided workflow for recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection process of the fluid injector system, wherein the third user input includes an indication that the one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system are to be recycled; based on receiving the third user input, display on one or more display devices a second GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for disposing and recycling the one or more components, wherein the second GUI screen includes instructions regarding a process for recycling the one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system; and display on one or more display devices a third GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for disposing and recycling the one or more components, wherein the second GUI screen includes data associated with a sustainability score indicating the user's environmental sustainability.

[0022] According to an embodiment, a computer program product for providing one or more guided workflow features for a fluid injector system includes at least one non-transitory computer-readable medium, the at least one non-transitory computer-readable medium including one or more instructions, which when executed by at least one processor causes the at least one processor to: receive data associated with the fluid injector system, based on the data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system, display a first graphical user interface (GUI) screen associated with a guided workflow for operation of the fluid injector system on one or more display devices, receive a first user input via a first graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen, based on receiving the first user input, display a second GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for operation of the fluid injector system on the one or more display devices, perform a first operation of the fluid injector system based on the first user input, and receive a second user input via a second graphical element or input device of the second GUI screen, and the second GUI screen provides information about the guided workflow for operation of the fluid injector system subsequent to the first GUI screen.

[0023] According to an embodiment, the one or more instructions further cause the at least one processor to: perform a second operation of the fluid injector system based on the second user input.

[0024] According to an embodiment, the one or more instructions that cause at least one processor to display a first GUI screen on one or more display devices cause the at least one processor to: display the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices of the fluid injector system.

[0025] According to an embodiment, the one or more instructions further cause the at least one processor to: display at least a first portion of the first GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system, and display at least a second portion of the first GUI screen on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system.

[0026] According to an embodiment, one or more instructions that cause at least one processor to display a first GUI screen on one or more display devices cause the at least one processor to: display at least a first portion of a second GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system based on receiving user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen, and display at least a second portion of the second GUI screen on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system based on receiving user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen.

[0027] According to an embodiment, one or more instructions that cause at least one processor to receive data associated with a fluid injector system cause the at least one processor to: receive data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system from a reader device that reads a barcode associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system. The one or more instructions also cause the at least one processor to: based on the data associated with the one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system, display a first GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection process of the fluid injector system on one or more display devices, receive a third user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen, the first GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection process of the fluid injector system, wherein the third user input includes an indication that the one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system are to be recycled, based on receiving the third user input, display a second GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for disposing and recycling one or more components on the one or more display devices, wherein the second GUI screen includes instructions regarding a process for recycling one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system, and display a third GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for disposing and recycling one or more components on the one or more display devices, and the second GUI screen includes data associated with a sustainability score indicating environmental sustainability for the user.

[0028] These and other features and characteristics of the present disclosure and the methods of operation and functions of the related structural elements and the combination and manufacturing economy of the components will become more apparent upon consideration of the following description and appended claims and reference to the accompanying drawings, all of which form a part of this specification, wherein like reference numerals indicate corresponding components in the various figures. It should be expressly understood, however, that the drawings are for illustration and description purposes only and are not intended as a definition of the limits of the present disclosure. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] Additional advantages and details of non-limiting embodiments or aspects will be explained in more detail below with reference to exemplary embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0030] Figure 1A is a diagram of a non-limiting embodiment of an environment in which the systems, devices, products, apparatuses and / or methods described herein may be implemented according to the principles of the present disclosure;

[0031] Figure 1B is a diagram of a non-limiting embodiment of a system for providing one or more guided workflow features associated with a fluid injector system;

[0032] Figure 2 for Figure 1A and 1B diagrams of non-limiting embodiments of components of one or more systems or one or more devices;

[0033] Figure 3 is a flow chart of a non-limiting embodiment of a process for providing one or more guided workflow features with respect to a fluid injector system;

[0034] Figure 4 is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of an introductory graphical user interface (GUI) screen for a guided workflow for operating a fluid injector system;

[0035] Figure 5 is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen for a guided workflow for setting configuration of one or more disposable components of a fluid injection system;

[0036] Figure 6A-6B is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen for a guided workflow for selecting one or more disposable components of a fluid injection system;

[0037] Figures 7A-7G is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen for setting up a guided workflow for one or more fluids used with a fluid injector system during a fluid injection procedure;

[0038] Figures 8A-8G is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen for a guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids to be used during a fluid injection procedure;

[0039] Figures 9A-9B is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen for a guided workflow for connecting one or more tubing set components of a fluid injection system;

[0040] Figures 10A-10J is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen for a guided workflow for allowing a fluid injector system to manually purge or automatically purge air from one or more components of a fluid injector system;

[0041] Fig.11 is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen for a guided workflow for notifying of a hazard;

[0042] Fig.12 is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen for notifying a guided workflow regarding the connection of one or more tubing assemblies of a fluid injector system;

[0043] Figures 13A-13Dis an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen for a guided workflow for setting up one or more disposable components of a fluid injector system for use during a fluid injection procedure;

[0044] Fig.14 is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen providing status indications of steps of a guided workflow for operating a fluid injector system;

[0045] Fig.15 is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen that provides information regarding one or more fluid injection protocols to be used during a fluid injection procedure;

[0046] Fig.16 is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen that provides summary information about one or more disposable components of a fluid injector system to be used during a fluid injection procedure;

[0047] Figures 17A-17E An illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen for a guided workflow for disassembling one or more components of a fluid injector system; and

[0048] Fig.18 is a diagram of a non-limiting embodiment of an environment including a workstation device and a fluid injector system. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0049] For the purposes of the description below, the terms "end", "upper", "lower", "right", "left", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "lateral", "longitudinal" and their derivatives shall relate to the present disclosure as it is oriented in the accompanying drawings. However, it should be understood that the present disclosure may take various alternative variations and step sequences unless expressly specified to the contrary. It should also be understood that the specific devices and processes shown in the drawings and described in the following specification are merely exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. Therefore, unless otherwise specified, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics related to the embodiments or aspects of the embodiments disclosed herein should not be considered as limiting.

[0050] Spatial or directional terms, such as "left", "right", "inner", "outer", "upper", "lower", etc., relate to the invention as shown in the drawings and are not to be construed as limiting as the invention may assume various alternative orientations.

[0051] All numbers used in the specification and claims should be understood as being modified by the term "about" in all cases. The term "about" means including plus or minus 25% of the value, such as plus or minus 10% of the value. However, this should not be considered as a limitation on any numerical analysis under the principle of equivalents. The terms "first", "second", etc. are not intended to refer to any particular order or sequence, but to different conditions, attributes or elements, unless otherwise specified.

[0052] The term "at least" is synonymous with "greater than or equal to". The term "not greater than" is synonymous with "less than or equal to". As used herein, "at least one" is synonymous with "one or more". For example, the phrase "at least one of A, B, and C" means any one of A, B, or C, or any combination of any two or more of A, B, or C. For example, "at least one of A, B, and C" includes A alone; or B alone; or C alone; or A and B; or A and C; or B and C; or all of A, B, and C. The term "includes" is synonymous with "comprising". Unless explicitly described, the aspects, components, elements, structures, actions, steps, functions, instructions, etc. used herein should not be interpreted as critical or necessary. As used in the specification and claims, the singular forms "a", "an", and "the" include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. In addition, as used herein, the articles "a" and "an" are intended to include one or more items and can be used interchangeably with "one or more" and "at least one". Furthermore, as used herein, the term "set" is intended to include one or more items (e.g., related items, unrelated items, combinations of related and unrelated items, etc.), and may be used interchangeably with "one or more" or "at least one." When only one item is intended, the term "one" or similar language is used. Furthermore, as used herein, the terms "having," "having," "having," and the like are intended to be open-ended terms. Furthermore, the phrase "based on" is intended to mean "based at least in part on," unless expressly stated otherwise.

[0053] When used with respect to a medical device such as a syringe, the term "proximal" is the portion of the pointer barrel closest to the piston element, which is used to engage with the end wall of the syringe and deliver fluid from the syringe. When used with respect to a fluid path, the term "proximal" refers to the portion of the fluid path closest to the syringe system when the fluid path is connected to the syringe system. When used with respect to a syringe, the term "distal" is the portion of the pointer barrel closest to the delivery nozzle. When used with respect to a fluid path, the term "distal" refers to the portion of the fluid path closest to the patient when the fluid path is connected to the syringe system. The term "radial" refers to the direction of a cross section perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the syringe extending between the proximal end and the distal end. The term "circumferential" refers to the direction of the inner or outer surface of the side wall surrounding the syringe. The term "axial" refers to the direction extending between the proximal end and the distal end along the longitudinal axis of the syringe.

[0054] As used herein, the terms "communication" and "transmission" may refer to the reception, receipt, transmission, transfer, provision and / or the like of information (e.g., data, signals, messages, instructions, commands and / or the like). For a unit (e.g., a device, a system, a component of a device or system, a combination thereof, etc.), communicating with another unit means that a unit is able to directly or indirectly receive information from another unit and / or transmit information to another unit. This may refer to a direct or indirect connection that is wired and / or wireless in nature. In addition, two units may communicate with each other, even if the transmitted information may be modified, processed, relayed and / or routed between the first and second units. For example, even if the first unit passively receives information and does not actively transmit information to the second unit, the first unit may communicate with the second unit. As another example, if at least one intermediate unit (e.g., a third unit located between the first unit and the second unit) processes the information received from the first unit and transmits the processed information to the second unit, the first unit may communicate with the second unit. In an embodiment, a message may refer to a network packet (e.g., a data packet, etc.) comprising data. It should be understood that many other arrangements are also possible.

[0055] As used herein, the term "system" may refer to one or more computing devices or combinations of computing devices, such as, but not limited to, processors, servers, client devices, software applications, and / or other similar components. In addition, as used herein, references to "server" or "processor" may refer to a previously described server and / or processor described as performing a previous step or function, a different server and / or processor, and / or a combination of servers and / or processors. For example, as used in the specification and claims, a first server and / or first processor described as performing a first step or function may refer to the same or a different server and / or processor described as performing a second step or function.

[0056] In some cases, a fluid injector system may be part of a group of devices used in a medical facility and / or a medical imaging facility during patient treatment. An individual, such as a medical care provider (e.g., a person operating the fluid injector system and an associated medical imaging system), may manually configure one or more components of the fluid injector system before, during, and / or after a fluid injection procedure. However, the fluid injector system (e.g., a fluid injector device of the fluid injector system) may require a series of procedures to establish a fluid injection procedure, perform a fluid injection procedure, and / or prepare the fluid injector device for a subsequent fluid injection procedure. This series of procedures may be lengthy and complex, and the possibility of skipping, making errors during execution, or inadvertently failing to perform one or more steps of the procedure may result in suboptimal results (e.g., images) of the fluid injection and imaging procedures, potential harm to the patient, and / or the need to repeat the fluid injection and imaging procedures.

[0057] The described systems, methods, and computer program products provide one or more guided workflow features associated with a fluid injector system. In an embodiment, a syringe management system may receive data associated with a fluid injector system, obtain a first graphical user interface (GUI) screen associated with a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system for display on one or more display devices based on data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system, display the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices, receive user input via a graphical element of the first GUI screen, obtain a second GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system for display on the one or more display devices, and display the second GUI screen on the one or more display devices, wherein the second GUI screen provides information about the guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system subsequent to the first GUI screen. The syringe management system may perform operations of the fluid injector system based on the user input received via the graphical element of the first GUI screen.

[0058] In embodiments, the syringe management system may display the first GUI screen on one or more display devices of the fluid injector system while the first GUI screen is displayed on the one or more display devices. When the first GUI screen is displayed on the one or more display devices, the syringe management system may display at least a first portion of the first GUI screen on the first display device of the fluid injector system and display at least a second portion of the first GUI screen on a second display device of the fluid injector system. In other embodiments, when the first GUI screen is displayed on the one or more display devices, the syringe management system may display at least a first portion of the second GUI screen on the first display device of the fluid injector system based on receiving user input received via a graphical element of the first GUI screen and display at least a second portion of the second GUI screen on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system based on receiving user input received via a graphical element of the first GUI screen.

[0059] In embodiments, when displaying the first GUI screen on one or more display devices, the syringe management system may display at least a portion of the first GUI screen on a display device that is independent of a workstation device of the fluid injector system. When receiving data associated with the fluid injector system, the syringe management system may receive data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system from a reader device that reads (e.g., scans) a bar code associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system.

[0060] In this manner, the fluid injector system of the present disclosure provides one or more guided workflow features that can be used to guide a user through a fluid injection procedure, which can improve the outcome of the fluid injection procedure, speed up one or more processes associated with the fluid injection procedure, and / or limit errors, thereby improving image quality, and limiting errors and / or potential harm to a patient. The guided workflow feature can automatically guide a user through a series of steps associated with accurate and safe preparation of the fluid injector system to perform at least a portion of the fluid injection procedure, such as at least one of injection programming, a device setup process, a cleaning / priming process, an injection process, and / or removal and disposal / recycling of one or more components of the fluid injector system.

[0061] Reference Figure 1A , Figure 1A FIG. 1 is a diagram of a non-limiting embodiment of an environment 100A in which the apparatus, systems, methods, and / or computer program products described herein may be implemented. Figure 1AAs shown, environment 100A includes a syringe management system 102, a fluid injector system 104, a workstation device 106, a hospital information system 108, and a communication network 110. The syringe management system 102, the fluid injector system 104, the workstation device 106, and / or the hospital information system 108 may be interconnected via a wired connection, a wireless connection, or a combination of wired and wireless connections.

[0062] In an embodiment, the syringe management system 102 may include one or more devices capable of communicating with one or more of the fluid injector system 104, the workstation device 106, and / or the hospital information system 108 via the communication network 110. For example, the syringe management system 102 may include one or more computing devices, such as one or more computers, one or more controllers, one or more servers, one or more desktop computers, one or more mobile devices, etc. The syringe management system 102 may include one or more software and / or hardware applications that perform a set of functions on an external application programming interface (API) that allows the syringe management system 102 to send data to an external system associated with the external API and receive data from an external system associated with the external API. In some embodiments, the application may be supported by an application associated with the fluid injector system 104 that allows the syringe management system 102 (e.g., a control room display) to be the only device controlling the fluid injector system 104, and in such an example, the syringe management system 102 may provide authentication functionality. In an embodiment, the syringe management system 102 may be a component of the fluid injector system 104 and / or the workstation device 106.

[0063] In some embodiments, the fluid injector system 104 may include one or more devices capable of communicating with the injector management system 102, the workstation device 106, and / or the hospital information system 108 via the communication network 110. The fluid injector system 104 may include one or more fluid injection devices configured to administer a contrast medium to a patient before, during, and / or after administration of a contrast medium, and / or administer an aqueous flushing fluid, such as saline, to a patient. In embodiments, the fluid injection system 104 may include one or more exemplary fluid injection devices disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 6,643,537; U.S. Pat. No. 7,094,216; U.S. Pat. No. 7,556,619; U.S. Pat. No. 8,337,456; U.S. Pat. No. 8,147,464; U.S. Pat. No. 8,540,698; U.S. Pat. No. 9,173,995; U.S. Pat. No. 10,507,319; and PCT International Application Publication Nos. WO 2022 / 119837 and WO 2022 / 182935, the disclosures of each of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety. In embodiments, the fluid injector system 104 that may utilize the guided workflow process described herein may include MEDRAD Stellant CT injection system, Bayer StellantFLEX CT injection system, Bayer MRXperion MR injection system, Bayer Mark7Arterion injection system, Bayer Intego PET Infusion System, Bayer Centargo CT Injection System or other Bayer-sourced injector systems for angiography and computed tomography, all provided by Bayer Healthcare LLC.

[0064] In an embodiment, the fluid injector system 104 may include one or more sensing mechanisms, such as one or more sensors, that allow the syringe management system 102 and / or the fluid injector system 104 to detect when a step of the guided workflow is initiated and / or completed. The syringe management system 102 and / or the fluid injector system 104 may notify the user of the subsequent steps to be completed in the sequence of the guided workflow. The one or more sensors may also be configured to determine whether a particular step of the guided workflow has been successfully completed before moving to a subsequent step in the sequence of the guided workflow. If the syringe management system 102 and / or the fluid injector system 104 detects that a step has not been successfully completed or has been skipped, a warning notification may be provided, for example, on a user interface, one or more warning lights may be illuminated (e.g., a red light at or near a feature associated with a particular step), and / or one or more audible, visual, or tactile warning alarms may be issued to the user to indicate that the step was not completed correctly and that any errors must be corrected before the guided workflow can proceed to a subsequent step. Thus, the guided workflow may allow the syringe management system 102 and / or the fluid injector system 104 to detect missed steps or incorrectly completed steps during a sequence of the guided workflow and to recover and guide the user back to a particular step to ensure that the step is completed correctly, thereby safely using the fluid injector system 104. In situations where a particular sequence of steps to be completed is not defined, such as where the steps of the guided workflow may be completed in any subsequence or order, the syringe management system 102 and / or the fluid injector system 104 may wait until the entire subsequence is completed before sensing and / or providing notification that one or more steps in the guided workflow were not completed and / or were not completed correctly.

[0065] In an embodiment, the workstation device 106 may include one or more devices capable of communicating with the syringe management system 102, the fluid injector system 104 and / or the hospital information system 108 via the communication network 110. For example, the workstation device 106 may include a computing device, such as one or more computers, including a desktop computer, a laptop computer, a tablet computer, etc. In certain embodiments, at least a portion of the process performed at the workstation device 106 may be performed at a remote server. The workstation device 106 may provide a user interface for controlling the operation of the fluid injector system 104, including generating instructions for the fluid injector system 104 and / or providing instructions to the fluid injector system 104. The workstation device 106 may also display operating parameters of the fluid injector system 104 during operation of the fluid injector system 104 (e.g., during real-time operation). In various embodiments, the workstation device 106 may provide interconnection between the fluid injector system 104 and other devices or systems, such as a scanner device (see Figure 1B). For example, the workstation device 106 may include a Workstation. According to various embodiments, the workstation device 106 may include one or more display devices, such as a computer monitor, a touch screen, a head-up display, a wireless handheld device (e.g., a smart pad, a smart watch, a smart phone, etc.), and / or the like, which may be used to display a user interface (e.g., a graphical user interface (GUI) of a software application) through which a user may interact with the workstation device 106 to view parameters and / or control the operation of the fluid injector system 104.

[0066] In an embodiment, the hospital information system 108 may include one or more devices capable of communicating with the syringe management system 102, the fluid injector system 104, and / or the workstation device 106 via the communication network 110. The hospital information system 108 may include one or more subsystems, such as a patient procedure tracking system (e.g., a system for operating a modality worklist, a system for providing patient demographic information for a fluid injection procedure and / or a medical imaging procedure, etc.), a fluid injector management system, an image archiving and communication system (e.g., a picture archiving and communication system (PACS)), a radiology information system (RIS), and / or a radiology analysis system (e.g., a system marketed and sold by Bayer HealthCare LLC). Enterprise Applications). The hospital information system 108 may include one or more databases in which patient records are stored, which may be accessed by devices or systems in the environment 100A.

[0067] Figure 1A The number and arrangement of systems and / or devices shown are provided as examples. Figure 1A There may be additional systems and / or devices, fewer systems and / or devices, different systems and / or devices, or differently arranged systems and / or devices than those shown.

[0068] Reference Figure 1B , a diagram of a non-limiting embodiment of a system 100B is shown for automatically generating or manually inputting an injection protocol for delivering a medical fluid to a patient during a fluid injection process. In some embodiments, one or more functions described herein with respect to the system 100B may be performed (in whole or in part) by the syringe management system 102. In some embodiments, one or more functions described with respect to the system 100B may be performed by another device or group of devices separate from and / or including the syringe management system 102, such as the fluid injector system 104, the workstation device 106, the hospital information system 108, and / or the medical imaging system 112. In certain embodiments, one or more functions may be input by a user of the system 100B.

[0069] like Figure 1B As shown, the system 100B includes a syringe management system 102, a fluid injector system 104, a workstation device 106, the workstation device 106 includes a display device 106A, a hospital information system 108, and a medical imaging system 112. The syringe management system 102 can be interconnected and communicate with the fluid injector system 104, the workstation device 106, the hospital information system 108, and / or the medical imaging system 112.

[0070] like Figure 1B As shown, the fluid injector system 104 may include one or more display devices, such as a display device 104A. The display device 104A can display a user interface (e.g., a web-based user interface, a screen of a user interface, such as a graphical user interface (GUI) screen, etc.), and / or one or more guided workflow steps or processes provided by the injector management system 102.

[0071] like Figure 1B As shown, the fluid injector system 104 may include a reader device 104B. In an embodiment, the reader device 104B may include one or more devices capable of reading and decoding a machine-readable code (e.g., a computer-readable code, a barcode, such as a 2D barcode, a 3D barcode, a quick read (QR) code, etc.). For example, the reader device 104B may include a scanner such as a barcode scanner, an image capture device such as a camera, a charge coupled device (CCD) reader, etc.

[0072] like Figure 1B As shown, the workstation device 106 may include a display device 106A. In an embodiment, the display device 106A is capable of displaying a user interface and has one or more features similar to the display device 104A.

[0073] In an embodiment, the medical imaging system 112 may include one or more devices capable of communicating over a communication network with the injector management system 102, the fluid injector system 104, the workstation device 106, and / or the hospital information system 108. The medical imaging system 112 may include one or more scanners capable of communicating over a communication network and performing medical imaging procedures using radiocontrast agents.

[0074] In an embodiment, the syringe management system 102 may include multiple applications (e.g., informatics applications, data management applications, imaging system connection applications, etc.) for communicating information with the fluid injector system 104, the workstation device 106, the hospital information system 108, and / or the medical imaging system 112. In an embodiment, each of the multiple applications may be associated with an API that allows the fluid injector system 104 to interface with the syringe management system 102 and / or the hospital information system 108 to provide one or more guided workflow features regarding the operation of the fluid injector system 104.

[0075] In an embodiment, the syringe management system 102 may provide a user interface that allows a user to control the fluid injector system 104. For example, a user may be able to initiate medical imaging, fluid injection, and / or other additional processes performed by the fluid injector system 104 through the user interface. The user interface may allow a user to control various aspects of a plurality of applications. The syringe management system 102 may control the fluid injector system 104 so that operations of the fluid injector system 104 are automatically performed based on signals provided by the syringe management system 102.

[0076] Reference Figure 2 , shows example components of a device 200. The device 200 may correspond to one or more devices of the syringe management system 102, one or more devices of the fluid injector system 104, the workstation device 106, the hospital information system 108, and / or the medical imaging system 112. Figure 2 As shown, device 200 may include a bus 202 , a processor 204 , a memory 206 , a storage component 208 , an input component 210 , an output component 212 , and a communication interface 214 .

[0077] The bus 202 may include components that allow communication between components of the device 200. The processor 204 may be implemented in hardware, software (e.g., firmware), or a combination of hardware and software. For example, the processor 204 may include a processor, a microprocessor, a digital signal processor (DSP), and / or any processing component that can be programmed to perform a function. The memory 206 may include a random access memory (RAM), a read-only memory (ROM), and / or another type of dynamic or static storage device (e.g., flash memory, magnetic storage, optical storage, etc.) that stores information and / or instructions for use by the processor 204. The storage component 208 may store information and / or software associated with the operation and use of the device 200.

[0078] Input components 210 may include components that allow device 200 to receive information, such as through user input. Additionally or alternatively, input components 210 may include sensors for sensing information. Output components 212 may include components that provide output information from device 200 (e.g., a display, a speaker, one or more light emitting diodes (LEDs), etc.).

[0079] The communication interface 214 may include components such as a transceiver that enable the device 200 to communicate with (receive information from or provide information to) other devices in the system.

[0080] Device 200 may perform one or more of the processes described herein. Device 200 may perform these processes based on processor 204 executing software instructions stored in a computer-readable medium.

[0081] The software instructions may be read into the memory 206 and / or storage component 208 from another computer-readable medium or another device through the communication interface 214. Additionally or alternatively, hard-wired circuitry may be used in place of or in combination with software instructions to perform one or more of the processes described herein.

[0082] Reference Figure 3 , a flow chart of a non-limiting embodiment of a process 300 for providing one or more guided workflow features for a fluid injector system is shown. In an embodiment, one or more steps of the process 300 are at least partially performed by the injector management system 102, the fluid injector system 104, the workstation device 106, the hospital information system 108, and / or manually performed by a user of the system.

[0083] like Figure 3 As shown, at step 302, process 300 may include receiving data associated with a fluid injector system (eg, via syringe management system 102). In an embodiment, syringe management system 102 may retrieve data associated with fluid injector system 104 from a data structure of fluid injector system 104.

[0084] In certain embodiments, the syringe management system 102 may receive data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 from a reader device (e.g., reader device 104B). For example, the syringe management system 102 may receive data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 from a reader device that reads (e.g., scans) a machine-readable code (e.g., a barcode) associated with (e.g., attached to) one or more components of the fluid injector system. The syringe management system 102 may receive data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 based on the reader device transmitting the data associated with the one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0085] In embodiments, data associated with the fluid injection system 104 may include data associated with one or more components of the fluid injection system 104 used during a fluid injection process. For example, data associated with the fluid injector system 104 may include identifiers (e.g., names, codes, identification numbers, serial numbers, etc.) of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 (e.g., one or more disposable components such as syringes, fluid path components, tubing, catheters, bulk fluid components, etc.). Examples and details of such components (including disposable components) may be found in WO2021 / 173743, WO2021 / 168076, WO2022 / 035791, WO2022119837, WO2021 / 257699, WO2021 / 257667, and WO2021 / 050507, the disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entireties.

[0086] like Figure 3 As shown, at step 304, process 300 may include obtaining GUI screens associated with guided workflow steps or processes for operating the fluid injector system for display on a display device. For example, syringe management system 102 may obtain GUI screens associated with guided workflow steps or processes for operating fluid injector system 104 for display on display device 104A.

[0087] In an embodiment, a guided workflow may refer to a feature associated with a fluid injector system that guides a user through one or more steps of a process, such as setup of a fluid injection protocol (e.g., preparing a fluid injector and / or installing one or more components of a fluid injector system), operation of a fluid injection protocol, disposal and / or recycling of various components of a fluid injection process (syringes or delivery devices, fluid path components, bulk fluid containers, etc.) after the process is completed. In one example, a guided workflow may guide a user through one or more steps associated with a fluid injection process. Examples of steps that may benefit from or be subject to guided workflow features according to the present disclosure include, but are not limited to, one or more of a fluid injector system setup process, a patient preparation process, an injection protocol process, a troubleshooting process, a system reconfiguration or removal process, a process for preparing a fluid injector system for a subsequent fluid injection process, a process for recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection process, and any combination thereof.

[0088] In embodiments, the guided workflow may include a series of GUI screens that provide visual and (in certain embodiments) auditory aids (e.g., instructions, images, text messages, audio instructions, etc.) for performing a fluid injection protocol using the fluid injector system 104. For example, the guided workflow may include one or more features, such as GUI screens, that provide instructions to a user so that the user can efficiently and correctly perform the proper operation of the fluid injector system 104. In an embodiment, the guided workflow may include a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system 104, such as a guided workflow for setting up one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, for example, programming an injection protocol into the fluid injector system, setting the configuration of one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104 to be used during a fluid injection process, selecting one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104, setting up one or more fluids to be used during the fluid injection process, filling one or more syringes (or delivery components, such as components of a peristaltic pump system) with one or more fluids to be used during the fluid injection process, cleaning the settings of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104; a guided workflow for operating one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 or performing a fluid injection protocol; a guided workflow for disassembling (e.g., removing, disassembling, etc.) one or more components of the fluid injector system 104; a guided workflow for disposing of and / or recycling one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, etc. In this way, the guided workflow can guide the user to perform the steps in the guided workflow in a manner that is most advantageous for the operation of the fluid injection system 104, such as the fastest and most efficient way to prepare the fluid injection system for a fluid injection procedure, which may be based on similarities or differences between previous fluid injection procedures and subsequent fluid injection procedures to minimize the time between fluid injection procedures and maximize the number of fluid injection procedures that can be completed in a period of time.

[0089] In an embodiment, the guided workflow may illustrate the steps required to set up the fluid injector system 104 to prepare for the patient, that is, provide the function of selecting the fluid to be loaded into the syringe, quickly refill the syringe when the fluid injector system 104 determines that the amount of fluid is insufficient, etc. In an embodiment, the guided workflow may illustrate the steps required to perform a fluid injection protocol. In an embodiment, the guided workflow may illustrate the steps required to complete the disassembly of one or more components after performing the fluid injection protocol, for example, providing guidance to disconnect the patient from the injection device and remove the used disposable components from the fluid injector. In an embodiment, the guided workflow may illustrate the steps required to prepare the used disposable components (e.g., syringes) for the recycling process. For example, the guided workflow may illustrate the steps required to remove the plunger and recycle the syringe body and / or plunger separately in an appropriate recycling stream. In other embodiments, the guided workflow may illustrate the steps required to prepare the fluid injection system 104 for a subsequent fluid injection procedure, such as selecting a fluid injection protocol and / or injection parameters, properly installing fluid path components for the selected fluid injection protocol, performing a fluid filling procedure, performing a priming or purging protocol to ensure that air is removed from the fluid injection system 104, preparing a patient for a fluid injection procedure, etc. Embodiments of the present guided workflow technology may include one or more of the listed workflows or other workflows associated with a fluid injector system.

[0090] In embodiments, the guided workflow may provide methods for correcting one or more faults of the fluid injector system 104. For example, if the fluid injector system 104 experiences a system fault, the GUI screens of the guided workflow may provide steps to recover from, reconfigure, or otherwise correct the fluid injector system 104 from the one or more faults. In one example, after a priming or cleaning sequence and / or during a fluid injection process, in the event that the fluid injector system 104 detects air in one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, the air detection guided workflow sequence may provide a sequence of steps to stop the injection process and re-prime / prime the detected air from the one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. The guided workflow may also include one or more workflow steps to determine and / or confirm that one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 have been completely purged of air before allowing the fluid injector system to return to the guided workflow associated with the fluid injection protocol.

[0091] In certain embodiments, one or more guided workflows associated with the fluid injector system 104 may be enabled or disabled. For example, in the event that a user is very experienced with a particular fluid injection procedure of the fluid injection system 104, the guided workflow may be disabled, and the user may use their familiarity and / or expertise to navigate the fluid injection system 104 through the particular fluid injection procedure. Alternatively, in the event that a user lacks experience or has not performed a particular fluid injection procedure, the guided workflow may be enabled such that the fluid injector system 104 may provide a guided workflow to guide the user through the various steps associated with the operation of the fluid injector system 104.

[0092] In an embodiment, the GUI screen may display a first message prompting the user to select a user response. For example, the GUI screen may display a first message asking the user whether he wants to recycle one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. Alternatively, if the hospital policy supports recycling, in some embodiments, the relevant guided workflow for the recycling sequence may be enabled to maximize the recycling process, and when enabled or when an input indicating that the user wants to recycle one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 is received from the user, the GUI screen may be updated to display a second message. For example, the GUI screen may display a second message thanking the user for selecting recycling. In an embodiment, the GUI screen may display data associated with a third or subsequent message that motivates or guides the user to recycle one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. For example, the GUI screen may display a message such as a discount on a future purchase or a certificate that can be redeemed by the user, the amount of medical waste that has been recycled instead of discarded can be tracked, or the savings of the medical institution can be indicated in view of the number of recycled components. In an embodiment, one or more GUI screens may display an option to turn on and / or turn off recyclability.

[0093] In some embodiments, one or more GUI screens may display data associated with one or more steps for discarding one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. For example, the GUI screen may display data including a graphic indicating a container (e.g., a recycling bin, a biohazard container, a sharps container, etc.) into which one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 should be discarded, e.g., based on the materials comprising the components. In embodiments, one or more steps for discarding one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 may be updated based on receiving user input indicating that the user wants to recycle one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0094] One or more components of the fluid injector system 104 may include a scannable machine-readable code (e.g., a barcode). In embodiments, in response to scanning the barcode of the one or more components, the GUI screen may be updated to display data specific to the one or more components, such as how to disassemble and which parts of the one or more components are recyclable and which are to be discarded.

[0095] One or more components of the fluid injector system 104 may include different parts made of multiple plastics. In this case, one or more GUI screens may display data including the plastic type of the part and / or instructions indicating how the part having the plastic type should be handled (i.e., discarded or recycled). In an embodiment, the GUI screen may display a graphic indicating the container (e.g., recycling bin, medical waste) where the plastic type should be placed.

[0096] In an embodiment, the fluid injector system 104 may include a software application capable of determining and / or providing a geographic location where the fluid injector system 104 is operating, and a GUI screen may display local, state, national, and / or international standards for recycling plastic parts.

[0097] In embodiments, various portions of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 may be contaminated with one or more biohazardous materials, such as residual contrast media and / or patient fluids. In embodiments, one or more GUI screens may display data indicating that one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 may be contaminated with biohazardous materials and instructions indicating how to discard the one or more components containing the biohazardous materials. In certain embodiments, the GUI screen may display a graphic indicating that a container (e.g., a biohazard container, a labeled bag) containing biohazardous materials should be discarded.

[0098] In embodiments, one or more GUI screens may display data associated with instructions indicating that at least two of the one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 should be discarded in the same container. For example, the GUI screen may display data including instructions and / or graphics showing at least two components and a container (e.g., a recycling bin, a waste basket, a biohazard container, a sharps container, etc.) in which the at least two components should be discarded.

[0099] In embodiments, one or more GUI screens may display data associated with one or more steps instructing a user to clear and collect remaining medical fluid (e.g., contrast fluid) from a syringe, dispose of or recycle one or more components of a syringe, and / or how to recycle fluid.

[0100] In an embodiment, one or more guided workflow GUI screens may display one or more steps instructing the user how to disconnect the plunger from the syringe after the syringe is emptied of fluid, for example, to allow recovery of the syringe body or plunger assembly and / or to prevent the syringe from being reused. In an embodiment, the GUI screen may display data instructing the user to remove the plunger from the syringe after the fluid is emptied from the syringe, for example, by withdrawing the plunger using a fluid syringe piston. In an embodiment, one or more GUI screens may display data associated with one or more steps instructing the user to remove the plunger from the syringe using another syringe, for example, by pressurizing the first syringe using a second syringe to eject the plunger from the first syringe.

[0101] In an embodiment, one or more guided workflow GUI screens may display one or more steps instructing a user to separate a rubber cover from a rigid support ring of a plunger, wherein the support ring is configured to releasably engage a piston of a fluid syringe and the rubber cover provides a seal between the plunger and a sidewall of the syringe. In some embodiments, one or more GUI screens may display one or more steps instructing a user to disconnect the rubber cover from the support ring using a protrusion disposed behind the syringe head.

[0102] In embodiments, one or more GUI screens may display one or more steps instructing the user to recycle the rubber cap and / or support ring of the plunger, flush the syringe, and / or recycle the syringe after the plunger is disconnected from the syringe. In embodiments, one or more GUI screens may display data associated with instructions indicating how one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 can be reused (e.g., tips and tricks for reusing packaging).

[0103] In embodiments, one or more GUI screens may display a score, such as a sustainability score (e.g., a green rating) indicating the user's environmental sustainability. For example, in response to completing one or more recycling steps and / or instructions displayed via a GUI screen, a user may enter data indicating that one or more recycling steps have been completed, and a score may be determined based on the data entered by the user. The score may be based at least in part on the number of syringes recycled over a period of time and / or the amount (weight) of plastic recycled. In embodiments, one or more GUI screens may display a scale or chart indicating the user's environmental sustainability and / or progress toward a sustainability goal.

[0104] In an embodiment, the fluid injector system 104 may include instructions for use (IFU) and / or an operation manual. The IFU and / or operation manual may include a section on recyclability. In an embodiment, the IFU and / or operation manual may be separate from the fluid injector system 104, such as a printed manual. The IFU and / or operation manual may include a training video on the fluid injector operating process and recyclability (e.g., step-by-step instructions on what to recycle and how to separate the components of the fluid injector system 104). In an embodiment, one or more GUI screens may display the IFU and / or operation manual. If the IFU and / or operation manual are in the form of a printed manual, they may include a machine-readable code (e.g., a barcode, a quick read (QR) code) that, when scanned, causes the GUI screen to display data associated with the recyclability instructions.

[0105] In an embodiment, the syringe management system 102 can determine the guided workflow displayed on the display device 104A and can obtain the appropriate GUI screen of the guided workflow. For example, the syringe management system 102 can determine an identifier of the guided workflow and can obtain the guided workflow based on determining the identifier.

[0106] In embodiments, the syringe management system 102 may determine a guided workflow to display on the display device 104A based on data associated with the fluid injector system 104. For example, the syringe management system 102 may determine an appropriate guided workflow GUI screen to display on the display device 104A based on identification of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 to be used during a fluid injection procedure. In some embodiments, the syringe management system 102 may modify the predetermined sequence of one or more GUI screens of the guided workflow based on input data associated with the patient and / or the fluid injection protocol to include one or more different GUI screens based on the data associated with the fluid injector system 104.

[0107] In an embodiment, the syringe management system 102 can receive user input via a GUI screen of a guided workflow and display another GUI screen associated with the guided workflow based on the user input. For example, the syringe management system 102 can receive user input via a graphical element of a first GUI screen of the guided workflow and can display a second GUI screen associated with the guided workflow based on the user input. The second GUI screen can provide information subsequent to the first GUI screen regarding the guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system 104. For example, the first GUI screen and the second GUI screen can be part of a sequence of GUI screens for the guided workflow and can be provided in sequence.

[0108] like Figure 3 As shown, at step 306, process 300 may include displaying a GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for operating a fluid injector system. In some embodiments, the syringe management system 102 may display one or more GUI screens associated with a guided workflow for operating a fluid injector system 104 on one or more display devices. For example, the syringe management system 102 may display one or more GUI screens associated with a guided workflow for operating a fluid injector system 104 on a display device 104A. In one example, the syringe management system 102 may display a first GUI screen associated with the guided workflow on the display device 104A, and the syringe management system 102 may receive user input via the first GUI screen. Subsequently, the syringe management system 102 may obtain a second GUI screen associated with the guided workflow and display the second GUI screen on the display device 104A in response to the user input and the programmed fluid injection protocol.

[0109] In an embodiment, the syringe management system 102 may display at least a portion of a GUI screen associated with the guided workflow on a first display device. The syringe management system 102 may display at least a first portion of the GUI screen on the first display device, and the syringe management system 102 may display at least a second portion of the GUI screen on a second display device. In an embodiment, the first display device may be a display device of a system or device that is different from the system or device that includes the second display device. For example, the first display device may be a display device associated with a syringe, and the second display device may be a display device in an imaging suite.

[0110] In embodiments, the syringe management system 102 may display at least a first portion of a GUI screen on a first display device, and / or the syringe management system 102 may display at least a second portion of a GUI screen on a second display device based on user input, e.g., receiving user input via a graphical element of the GUI screen, e.g., from a portion of a guided workflow as described herein. In embodiments, the syringe management system 102 may display at least a first portion of a first GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system 104, and / or the syringe management system 102 may display at least a second portion of a first GUI screen on a second display device that is independent of (e.g., not a part of) the fluid injector system 104 (e.g., a second display device of a system, such as a hospital information system 108, a second display device of a device, such as a workstation device 106, etc.). In an embodiment, the syringe management system 102 can display at least a first portion of a second GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system based on receiving user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen (e.g., a button, a touch screen, a controller, etc.), and / or display at least a second portion of a second GUI screen on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system (e.g., a second display device of the system, such as the hospital information system 108, a second display device of the device, such as the workstation device 106, etc.) based on receiving user input via a graphical element or input device of the first GUI screen.

[0111] In an embodiment, the syringe management system 102 can perform operations of the fluid injector system 104, for example, based on user input received through a GUI screen (e.g., through a graphical element) as part of a guided workflow. The syringe management system 102 can generate control signals based on the user input received via the GUI screen, and can perform operations of the fluid injector system 104 by transmitting the control signals to the fluid injector system 104.

[0112] Reference Figure 4-17D , Figure 4-17D 1 is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of a GUI screen provided as part of one or more guided workflow features associated with the fluid injector system 104 described herein. The precise style, arrangement, and configuration of the GUI screens and elements are exemplary and do not dictate a sequence of operations unless otherwise noted. In embodiments, one or more elements of one GUI screen described herein may be combined with elements of one or more other GUI screens. The guided workflows described herein may include Figure 4-17D One or more GUI screens described in .

[0113] Reference Figure 4 , Figure 41 is an illustration of a non-limiting embodiment of an introductory GUI screen for a guided workflow for operation of the fluid injector system 104 described herein. Figure 4 As shown, GUI screen 400 may include one or more graphical elements 402, 404, and 406. In an embodiment, graphical element 402 may allow a user to initiate a guided workflow sequence for setting up, operating, or disassembling one or more components of fluid injector system 104. For example, upon receiving a selection of graphical element 402, syringe management system 102 may provide a guided workflow for operation of fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 404 may allow a user to initiate a guided workflow for operating fluid injector system 104, including a series of steps (e.g., Fig.14 The GUI screen 1400 shown, Fig.15 GUI screen 1500 or Fig.16 GUI screen 1600 is shown. In an embodiment, graphical element 406 may allow a user to initiate a guided workflow for operating fluid injector system 104 , including a series of steps associated with configuration of one or more components of fluid injector system 104 .

[0114] Reference Figure 5-6B , shows an embodiment of a guided workflow for setting the configuration of one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104. As used herein, a "disposable component" for a fluid injector system includes a fluid injector component that is used once or for more than a set number of fluid injections or for more than a set time, and then discarded and replaced with a new, sterile disposable fluid injector component for a subsequent injection procedure or a series of injection procedures. Examples of disposable components include, but are not limited to, syringes, peristaltic pump assemblies, tubing kit assemblies (tubing, stopcocks, connector assemblies, spikes, bubble detection / delay assemblies, tubing boxes, dust caps, perfusion tubes, PIV valves), pressure sleeves, etc. As Figure 5 As shown, GUI screen 500 may include graphical elements 502 and 510. Graphical element 502 may display a prompt for the user to select a graphical identifier and / or scan a barcode of one or more components of fluid injector system 104, such as a syringe type, a tubing type, a medical fluid type, etc. Additionally or alternatively, graphical element 502 may display one or more text messages (e.g., "select disposable") regarding the identification and / or setting of one or more disposable components. In an embodiment, graphical element 510 may display the progress status of a guided workflow for setting the configuration of one or more disposable components.

[0115] refer to Figure 5, upon receiving user input selecting a disposable component of the fluid injector system 104 and / or receiving a barcode identification thereof, the syringe management system 102 may display a GUI screen that is the next GUI screen in a sequence of GUI screens for setting a guided workflow for configuring one or more disposable components. For example, the syringe management system 102 may provide GUI screen 600A ( Fig. 6A ).

[0116] Reference Fig. 6A , illustrates a GUI screen 600A corresponding to an embodiment of a screen for selecting one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104. The GUI screen 600A may include one or more graphical elements, such as graphical elements 602A, 606A, and 610A. In an embodiment, the graphical element 602A may display a selection of one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104, such as based on receiving user input and / or reading a barcode of the disposable component (see Figure 5 ). In an embodiment, graphical element 602A may display an image of a selected disposable component. Additionally or alternatively, graphical element 602A may display a text message about the selected disposable component. Graphical element 604A may be displayed in a manner similar to Figure 5 606A can display a prompt to confirm the selection of the disposable component to the user based on user input and / or bar code reading of the disposable component, such as by clicking the check mark shown in 606A, to continue to the next guided workflow GUI screen. Graphic element 610A can display an updated status of the progress of the configuration of one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0117] After confirming the selection of the identifier and / or barcode reading of the disposable component, the syringe management system 102 may provide a GUI screen that is the next GUI screen in the sequence of GUI screens for moving to a guided workflow for setting up the configuration of one or more additional disposable components of the fluid injector system 104. For example, the syringe management system 102 may provide a GUI screen 600B for user input and / or barcode reading of one or more additional disposable components of the fluid injector system 104. The user may return to the GUI guided workflow screen for selecting additional disposable components to be used during the fluid injection process, for example by returning to Figure 5Optionally, if all disposable components determined by the user or syringe management system 102 for a particular fluid injection procedure are selected, the guided workflow can move to a confirmation screen, such as Figure 6B shown.

[0118] Reference Figure 6B , a disposable component confirmation GUI screen 600B is shown, which may be a subsequent GUI screen for listing all one or more disposable components selected for the fluid injector system 104. The GUI screen 600B may include graphical elements 602B, 606B, and 610B. Graphical element 602B may display one or more identifiers of all previously selected disposable components of the fluid injection system 104 based on receiving user input / barcode readings associated with various disposable components of the fluid injection protocol (as described herein).

[0119] In an embodiment, graphical element 606B may allow a user to select to proceed with a guided workflow for setting up various selected disposable components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 610B may display an updated progress status (e.g., 100% complete) regarding the guided workflow for selecting configuration of one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0120] In embodiments, upon receiving confirmation that all disposable syringe components have been selected for a fluid injection protocol of the fluid injector system 104, the syringe management system 102 may provide the next GUI screen in a series of GUI screens for a guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids and disposable syringe components to be used during a fluid injection procedure of the fluid injector system 104. For example, the syringe management system 102 may provide GUI screen 700A based on the confirmation received via graphical element 606B to continue the guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids and setting up the selected disposable components to be used during the fluid injection procedure.

[0121] Reference Figures 7A-7G , GUI screens 700A-700G illustrate an embodiment of a guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids and disposable components to be selected for use during a fluid injection procedure of the fluid injector system 104. In an embodiment, Figures 7A-7G The guided workflow shown in Figure 6A-6B That is, the syringe management system 102 can proceed to a guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids and setting up disposable components to be used during a fluid injection procedure.

[0122] Reference Figure 7A-7B, GUI screen 700A may be a first GUI screen that illustrates a guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids / disposable components to be used during a fluid injection procedure. Figure 7A-7B As shown, GUI screens 700A and 700B may include graphical elements 702A, 702B, 706A, 706B, and 710A associated with installing one or more syringes on a fluid injector. In an embodiment, graphical element 702A may display an image of the configuration of the fluid injector system 104. Additionally or alternatively, graphical element 702A may display a text message to guide the user through the setup of one or more syringes of the fluid injector system 104.

[0123] Graphical element 706A may allow a user to select to enter a subsequent GUI screen of a guided workflow for setting up one or more syringes to be used during a fluid injection procedure. For example, upon receiving a selection of graphical element 706A, syringe management system 102 may provide GUI screen 700B of the guided workflow. In some embodiments, graphical element 710A may display the progress status of a guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids and disposable components to be used during a fluid injection.

[0124] Reference now Figure 7B , GUI screen 700B is shown, which continues the guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids and disposable components. GUI screen 700B may include at least graphical elements 702B and 706B. For example, graphical element 702B may display an image of one or more syringes properly installed into a pressure jacket and syringe port associated with fluid injector system 104. Additionally or alternatively, graphical element 702B may display a text message regarding the proper installation of one or more syringes (e.g., "Install the syringe into the syringe head until you hear a click").

[0125] Graphical element 706B may allow the user to proceed to subsequent GUI screens of the guided workflow upon successful completion of syringe installation. In certain embodiments where the syringe has not been properly installed, feature 706B may be unselectable (e.g., may appear "grayed out" as in 706A and not responsive to user selection), and the user may be prompted to properly complete the workflow steps before feature 706B may be selected, and once successfully completed, the user may be prompted to proceed to the next GUI screen of the guided workflow. Fig. 7A and 7B , selection of graphical element 706B may prompt syringe management system 102 to advance to GUI screen 700C of a guided workflow for setting up one or more fluid / disposable components for a fluid injection procedure.

[0126] Reference now Figure 7C , showing a GUI screen 700C of a guided workflow for setting one or more fluid / disposable components to be used during a fluid injection process. GUI screen 700C may include graphical element 702C, such as a warning when one or more syringes installed are not fully filled with medical fluid (e.g., an air embolism hazard warning). Additional text about a warning associated with determining that there may be air in one or more syringes (e.g., "Serious injury or damage may occur, make sure the patient is not connected") may be displayed to prompt the user to fill or activate one or more syringes. Graphic element 702C may allow the user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow to fill one or more syringes with one or more fluids to be used during the fluid injection process. For example, upon selecting graphical element 702C, syringe management system 102 may advance to GUI screen 700D of a guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids.

[0127] Reference Fig.7D , illustrates a GUI screen 700D for setting a guided workflow for one or more fluids. Graphical element 702d can display an image of one or more syringes of the fluid injector system 104 to be filled with fluid as a waiting screen (e.g., a loading screen). The user can choose to continue the guided workflow or abort the fluid setting of the fluid injection process by selecting the graphical element associated with the option.

[0128] Reference Fig. 7E , illustrates a GUI screen 700E for setting a guided workflow for one or more fluids. GUI screen 700E may include graphical elements 702E, 706E, and 710E, which illustrate installing a spike on a syringe, and engaging and filling the syringe with a fluid from a bulk fluid source. Graphic element 702E may display an image of installing a filling spike on a distal connector assembly of the syringe and installing a bulk fluid source on the spike of the syringe. Additionally or alternatively, graphical element 702E may display a text message that guides the user through the process shown in 702E, such as "remove syringe dust cap, install spike on syringe tip, remove spike dust cap, install fluid source on spike", etc.

[0129] once Fig. 7E706E may allow the user to proceed to a subsequent GUI screen of a guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids. For example, upon selecting graphical element 706E, syringe management system 102 may provide GUI screen 700F for setting up a guided workflow for one or more fluids to be used during a fluid injection procedure. Graphical element 710E may display the progress status of the guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids.

[0130] Reference Figure 7F , shows a GUI screen 700F guided workflow, for being arranged on one or more disposable components to be used during the fluid injection process after filling one or more syringes with medical fluid.GUI screen 700F may include graphic elements 702F, 706F and 710F.Graphic element 702F may display an image of one or more components (e.g., multi-patient disposable kit (MPAT) box) for installing fluid injector system 104, including an image of the process for correctly engaging one or more components and / or correctly engaging one or more components.Graphic element 702F may display a text message (e.g., "connect MPAT box, attach box tubing to syringe") about setting the workflow of one or more components.

[0131] Graphical element 706F may allow the user to proceed to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids / components upon successful completion of the setup process associated with the guided workflow associated with the current GUI screen. For example, upon receiving a selection of graphical element 706F, the syringe management system 102 may advance to a subsequent guided workflow step, such as shown in GUI screen 700G, for further setting up one or more fluids and / or components to be used during the fluid injection process. As described herein, graphical element 710F may display an updated real-time progress status of the guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids and / or components to be used during the fluid injection process of the fluid injector system 104.

[0132] Reference now Figure 7G, shows a GUI screen 700G for setting up a guided workflow for one or more fluids and / or components to be used during a fluid injection procedure. GUI screen 700G may include graphical elements 702G, 706G, and 710G. Graphic element 702G may display an image of a setup procedure for one or more components, such as one or more spikes and associated fill lines, a body fluid container holder, and a syringe of a fluid injector system 104 to allow the spikes of the body fluid container and one or more syringes to be filled with medical fluid, as described herein. Graphic element 702G may display a text message (e.g., Figure 7G Attach fill line spike to fill line, spike fluid source, install fill line into fill line sensor, suspend fluid source, and then, fill syringe”), guiding the user through the workflow associated with filling fluid into a syringe via one or more components of fluid injector system 104.

[0133] In an embodiment, graphical element 706G may allow a user to proceed to a subsequent GUI screen of a guided workflow to set up one or more fluids to be used during a fluid injection procedure of fluid injector system 104. In an embodiment, graphical element 710G may display an updated real-time progress status of a guided workflow for setting up one or more fluids and / or components.

[0134] Reference Figures 8A-8G , GUI screens 800A-800G are shown for a guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids during a fluid injection process. In some embodiments, Figures 8A-8G The guided workflow shown in Figures 7A-7G For example, upon completing the guided workflow of the previous GUI screen(s), the syringe management system 102 may proceed to a guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids to be used during a fluid injection procedure.

[0135] Reference now Fig. 8A, GUI screen 800A can be the initial GUI screen of the guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids to be used during the fluid injection process. GUI screen 800A may include graphical elements 802A, 804A, and 810A. Graphic element 802A may display an image of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 (e.g., a left syringe, a right syringe, or other fluid delivery devices, such as a peristaltic pump assembly). Graphic element 802A may display a text message about the workflow for filling one or more syringes (e.g., "Enter fluid data"). Depending on the fluid injection protocol, graphical element 802A may allow selection of a left syringe for filling a first medical fluid and / or selection of a right syringe for filling a second medical fluid. In an embodiment, graphical element 804A may display prompts for a user to select or enter one or more properties of a component of the fluid injector system 104, such as a fill volume or fluid type for a left or right syringe. In certain embodiments, graphical element 804A may provide a fill volume or fluid type for filling a syringe according to one or more pre-programmed fluid injection protocols and / or a barcode read from a fluid container. Graphical element 810A may display the progress status of a guided workflow as described herein.

[0136] Reference Figure 8B , a GUI screen 800B for a guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids is shown. Graphical element 802B may highlight the syringe to be filled and provide input for a fill volume and fluid type for filling the syringe. Graphical element 804B may display a user input area for entering a fill volume for the highlighted syringe, or alternatively, the fill volume may be entered by the syringe management system 102 based on a previously programmed or entered injection protocol, which may be selected by the user using a graphical element (not shown).

[0137] Reference Figure 8C , a GUI screen 800C of a guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids is shown. In an embodiment, a graphical element 802C may provide input of a fluid type for filling a syringe. In an embodiment, a graphical element 804C may display a selection of a fluid type for filling a selected syringe.

[0138] Reference Fig.8D, showing a GUI screen 800D for initiating a guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids. Graphical element 802D may display an image of one or more components as described herein (e.g., left syringe, right syringe). Graphical element 804D may display a prompt for the user to fill the syringe and proceed to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow. For example, upon receiving a selection of graphical element 804D, syringe management system 102 may initiate filling of the indicated syringe with the selected amount of medical fluid shown on GUI screen 800E.

[0139] Reference Fig. 8E , a GUI screen 800E is shown for a guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids to be used during a fluid injection procedure. Graphical element 802E may display a selected fill volume of medical fluid for one or both syringes of the fluid injector system 104. Upon completion of programming or input of a selected fill volume of medical fluid for one or more syringes (e.g., 75 ml), the syringe management system 102 may provide a GUI screen 800F for setting a guided workflow for one or more fluids to be used during a fluid injection procedure.

[0140] Reference Figure 8F , a GUI screen 800F for a guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids to be used during a fluid injection procedure is shown. GUI screen 800F may include graphic elements 802F, 804F, and 810F. Graphic element 802F may provide a programmed or selected volume of medical fluid to be filled into one or more syringes (e.g., 75ml, 75ml). In certain embodiments, a user may choose to manually fill one or more syringes by selecting a manual fill feature. The user may then be directed to a GUI screen that allows one or two syringes to be manually filled with the relevant fluid. Optionally, in a multi-patient setting, if the fluid volume in the syringe is too low to complete the currently programmed process (e.g., due to a certain volume of fluid being injected during a previous fluid injection process), the user may choose to refill one or two syringes, or automatically refill one or more syringes to a selected amount at the end of the fluid injection process. Graphic element 806F may allow a user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen for a guided workflow for setting one or more fluids to be used during a fluid injection process of a fluid injector system 104.

[0141] Reference Figure 8G, GUI screen 800G illustrates the steps of a guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids to be used during a fluid injection process of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 802G may display the configuration of one or more components, such as a left syringe and a right syringe of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 802G may indicate the status of the process for filling one or more syringes, such as by illustrating that the fluid injector system 104 is retracting a piston associated with each syringe to fill the syringe with a selected volume of a selected fluid indicated by an arrow next to the syringe.

[0142] Reference Figures 9A-9B , shows a non-limiting example of GUI screens 900A-900B of a guided workflow for connecting one or more tubing set components of a fluid injection system. After completing the guided workflow for filling one or more syringes with one or more fluids to be used during a fluid injection procedure, syringe management system 102 can proceed to a guided workflow for cleaning components of a fluid injection system.

[0143] Reference Fig.9A , a GUI screen 900A showing a guided workflow for cleaning one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 is shown. Fig.9A A guided workflow for installation of a cassette-format fluid path assembly for a single-patient (SPAT) fluid injection procedure is shown. Fig.9A The process shown in is similar to Figure 7F The process for installing a fluid path assembly in a cassette format for a multi-patient (MPAT) injection procedure is shown in FIG. Fig.9A In the guided workflow shown, the syringe is already filled with the associated medical fluid (see Figures 8A-8G 104) and is ready for purging after all fluid path components (e.g., the fluid path component box shown) are installed on the receiving surface of the injector head of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 902B may display an image associated with attaching a single-patient tubing set to another component installed on the fluid injector system 104, and / or graphical element 902A may display an instructive text message about the guided workflow step. Graphical element 906A may allow the user to advance to the next step associated with the guided workflow for purging air from the fluid injector system 104.

[0144] Reference Fig. 9B , shows a GUI screen 900B of a guided workflow for installing a single patient fluid line (SPAT) into a multi-patient tubing kit cassette for the fluid injector system 104. Fig. 9B The associated workflow will be Figure 7F 104. The graphical element 902B may display an image associated with attaching a single-patient tubing set to a multi-patient cassette assembly installed on the fluid injector system 104. The graphical element 902B may display an instructive text message regarding the guided workflow step (e.g., Fig. 9B In an embodiment, graphical element 906B may allow the user to Fig. 9B Selecting after the illustrated workflow step continues with a subsequent guided workflow step. Upon receiving a selection via graphical element 906B, the syringe management system 102 may provide subsequent GUI screens for a guided workflow for purging one or more components of the fluid syringe system 104.

[0145] Reference Figures 10A-10J , shows a GUI screen of a guided workflow that allows the fluid injector system 104 to manually purge or automatically purge air from one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. In an embodiment, Figures 10A-10J The guided workflow process shown in Figures 9A-9B Guided workflow in .

[0146] Reference Fig. 10A , showing a GUI screen 1000A of a guided workflow for purging one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. In an embodiment, the graphical element 1002A may display an image of the configuration of one or more components, such as an injector head with one or more fluid path components attached, for visually checking the settings of the fluid injector system 104 in preparation for initiating a purging process. The graphical element 1002A may include a text message including instructions for performing a purging sequence of the fluid injector system 104 (e.g., "Purge process using auto-purge settings. Check for air. Repeat as needed."). Once the user has determined the correct settings for the fluid injector system and one or more components, the graphical element 1006A may allow the user to select to proceed to the guided workflow for initiating a purging sequence of the fluid injector system 104, such as shown in the GUI screen 1000B.

[0147] Reference Fig. 10B, a GUI screen 1000B of a guided workflow for purging one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 is shown. 10B, the GUI screen 1000B may include a graphical element 1002B in the form of a warning (e.g., an air embolism hazard warning) to warn the user to ensure that a patient is not connected to the fluid injector system 104 during the purging operation. The graphical element 1002B may display a text message (e.g., "Serious harm or injury could occur. Ensure that a patient is not connected"), and in various embodiments, include, for example, some highlighted process, such as a flashing text message, further detailing the warning associated with the air purging process. The graphical element 1002B may allow the user to select to initiate automatic purging of fluid path elements by the fluid injector system 104, and / or proceed to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow for purging one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0148] Reference Fig. 10C , illustrates a GUI screen 1000C of a guided workflow for cleaning one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 1002C may display the configuration of one or more components (e.g., left and right syringes) of the fluid injector system 104, and may provide a progress status of cleaning one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0149] The graphical element 1004C may display a prompt for the user to select to automatically purge one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. Alternatively, the graphical element 1004C may display a prompt for the user to select to manually purge one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. For example, upon receiving a selection of the graphical element 1004C for automatic purge, the syringe management system 102 may provide a GUI screen 1000D for a guided workflow for automatically purging one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0150] In an embodiment, the graphical element 1004C may allow the user to select to manually purge one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, for example, to manually remove air from a syringe, or to remove residual air in one or both syringes that remain after an automatic purge sequence. For example, upon receiving a selection of the graphical element 1004C for manual purge, the syringe management system 102 may provide a guided workflow GUI screen 1000E to allow the user to manually purge one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0151] In an embodiment, after selecting graphical element 1004C for automatic or manual purge, graphical element 1006C may allow the user to select to enter a subsequent GUI screen of a guided workflow for purging one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, for example, based on the user's selection of manual purge or automatic purge.

[0152] Reference Fig. 10D , illustrates a GUI screen 1000D for a guided workflow for automatically purging one or more components of a fluid injector system 104. A graphical element 1002D may display a configuration of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 set up for an automatic purge sequence, such as a left syringe and a right syringe. The graphical element 1002D may provide a progress status of the automatic purge of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0153] Reference Fig.10E , a GUI screen 1000E of a guided workflow for cleaning one or more components of a fluid injector system 104 is shown. In an embodiment, a graphical element 1002E can display the configuration of one or more components (e.g., a left syringe and a right syringe) of the fluid injector system 104 with a graphical icon (e.g., an arrow) for the user to activate to manually purge the syringe. Pressing the graphical icon (arrow) manually advances the plunger and the associated piston to remove air from the syringe. The user can monitor the syringe and the associated fluid path to determine if and when all the air has been manually purged, and then stop pressing the arrow to stop the air purge.

[0154] Reference Fig.10F , illustrates a GUI screen 1000F of a guided workflow for manually purging one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 1002F may display a configuration of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, such as a left syringe and a right syringe, to indicate to the user that manual purging of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 has been completed. In an embodiment, graphical element 1006F may allow the user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow for purging one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0155] Reference Figure 10G, a GUI screen 1000G of a guided workflow for automatically clearing one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 is shown. Graphical element 1002G can display the configuration of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, such as a left syringe and a right syringe, and can provide a progress status of cleaning one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. In an embodiment, graphical element 1004G can display a prompt for a user to select one or more components of the fluid injection system 104 to automatically clear (e.g., a left syringe, a right syringe, or both left and right syringes). Graphical element 1006G can allow a user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow for cleaning one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0156] Reference Fig. 10H , a GUI screen 1000H is shown for a guided workflow for cleaning one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 1002H can display the configuration of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, such as the left syringe and the right syringe, including, for example, the volume of fluid after a cleaning operation of the fluid injector system. Additionally or alternatively, graphical element 1002H can provide a progress status of cleaning one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0157] In an embodiment, graphical element 1004H may display a prompt to the user to select to automatically purge or manually clean one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. For example, if the user determines that one or more syringe components still contain air, the user may select graphical element 1004H to automatically purge or manually clean the system. Once selected, the syringe management system 102 may return to GUI screen 1000D of the guided workflow for automatically purging one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, or may return to GUI screen 1000E of the guided workflow for manually purging one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 1004H may allow the user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow for cleaning one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0158] Reference Fig.10I, showing a GUI screen 1000I of a guided workflow for cleaning one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphic element 10021 may display an image of a configuration of the injector head of the fluid injection system 104 in a configuration for a fluid injection procedure, i.e., with the injector head in a down position. Graphic element 10021 may display a text message (e.g., "SPAT setup complete. Rotate injector head to down position") to guide the user in placing the fluid injection system 104 in the proper position for the fluid injection procedure. Graphic element 1006I may allow the user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow for cleaning one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0159] Reference Fig.10J , a GUI screen 1000J showing a guided workflow of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 for preparing a fluid injection procedure. Graphical element 1002J can display an image of the configuration of one or more components, such as a syringe head in a downward facing, ready-to-inject position with one or more components attached. Graphical element 1002J can display a text message about the configuration of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 (e.g., "Injector setup complete. Connect tubing to patient").

[0160] Graphical element 1006J may allow the user to select to proceed to the next guided workflow, such as a workflow associated with connecting the fluid injector system 104 to a patient. For example, upon receiving a selection of graphical element 1006J, the injector management system 102 may provide a guided workflow for configuring the fluid injector system to inject contrast media and saline into a patient.

[0161] Reference Fig.11 , illustrates a GUI screen 1100 for a guided workflow for connecting a fluid injector system 104 to a patient. Fig.11As shown, the GUI screen 1100 may include a graphical element 1102 in the form of a warning (e.g., an air embolism hazard warning) when cleaning the syringe before preparing to connect the fluid injector system 104 to the patient's circulatory system. As used herein, the term "wet-on-wet" refers to a connection between a fluid-filled syringe system and a patient's circulatory system. Graphic element 1102 may provide further details of the potential dangers associated with a wet-on-wet connection between the fluid injector system and the patient ("SERIOUS INJURY OR HARM CAN OCCUR, ENSURE PATIENT NOT CONNECTED" in FIG. 1100), a warning associated with the absence of any air in one or more fluid path components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphic element 1102 may allow the user to choose to manually purge any remaining air from the fluid path of the fluid injector system 104 before connecting the system to the patient.

[0162] Reference Fig.12 , illustrates a GUI screen 1200 of a guided workflow notification regarding connection of one or more tubing components of a fluid injector system. Graphical element 1202 may display an image of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 during a wet-on-wet connection protocol. In an embodiment, graphical element 1202 may allow a user to confirm that the wet connection of the one or more tubing components is completed and / or a text message regarding the connection (e.g., "Press and Hold Wet-on-Wet" in FIG. 1200). In an embodiment, graphical element 1206 may allow a user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen or subsequent GUI screens of a guided workflow notification regarding connection of one or more tubing components of a fluid injector system.

[0163] Reference Figures 13A-13D , illustrates a GUI screen for a guided workflow for setting up one or more multi-patient disposable components of a fluid injector system. Figures 13A-13D The guided workflow shown can follow another guided workflow, e.g. Figure 6A-6B For example, after completing the guided workflow for selecting and setting up one or more disposable components of the fluid injection system, the syringe management system 102 can proceed to the guided workflow for setting up one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104 ( Figures 13A to 13D ).

[0164] Reference Fig.13A, showing a GUI screen 1300A for a guided workflow for engaging two syringes into a pressure jacket of a fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 1302A may display an image of one or more syringes and a process for engaging one or more syringes with a syringe head of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 1302A may further display a text message with instructions for engaging one or more syringes and associated plungers with a piston of a fluid injector head (e.g., "Install the syringe into the syringe head, then advance the plunger"). Graphical element 1306A may allow a user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen for a guided workflow for setting up one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0165] Reference Fig. 13B , illustrates a GUI screen 1300B for setting up a guided workflow for one or more disposable components of a fluid injector system 104. Graphic element 1302B may display an image of a setup configuration for one or more components, such as an MPAT cassette and tubing associated with a syringe head of the fluid injection system 104. Graphic element 1302B may show the correct connection configuration of the cassette to the syringe head. Graphic element 1302B may display a text message regarding instructions for configuring one or more components (e.g., "Connect the MPAT cassette. Attach the cassette tubing to the syringe"). In an embodiment, graphic element 1306B may allow a user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen for setting up a guided workflow for one or more disposable components of a fluid injector system 104.

[0166] Reference Fig. 13C , GUI screen 1300C shows an alternative second GUI screen for a guided workflow for setup and automatic purge of air for one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphic element 1302C may display an image of the configuration of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 (e.g., a single patient disposable kit (SPAT) box, associated tubing engaged with the injector head), and provide prompts for the user to automatically prime the system once properly installed. Graphic element 1302C may display a text message with instructions for performing an automatic purge operation for one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 (e.g., "Set up purge process using automatic purge. Check for air. Repeat as needed."). In an embodiment, graphical element 1304C may allow the user to select to initiate an automatic purge operation for one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. In an embodiment, graphical element 1306C may allow the user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen for a guided workflow for setup of one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0167] Reference Fig.13D, showing a GUI screen 1300D for a guided workflow for setting up one or more disposable components of a fluid injector system. Graphical element 1302D may display an image of the configuration of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, such as an injector head with one or more components attached. Graphical element 1302D may display a text message (e.g., Fig.13D ). Graphical element 1306D may allow a user to confirm completion of a guided workflow for setting up one or more disposable components of a fluid injector system and / or to advance to another guided workflow.

[0168] Reference Fig.14 , a GUI screen 1400 is shown that provides status indications of steps of one or more guided workflows for operation of the fluid injector system 104, including graphical elements 1402. The graphical elements 1402 may provide a user with the ability to determine the status of completion of one or more guided workflow steps associated with setup, operation, and teardown of the configuration of the fluid injector system 104 by selecting one or more graphical elements 1402. In an embodiment, the graphical elements 1402 may be provided in multiple rows, with each row representing a separate guided workflow.

[0169] Reference Fig.15 , a GUI screen 1500 is shown that provides information about one or more fluid injection protocols that may be used during a fluid injection procedure. The GUI screen 1500 may include one or more graphical elements 1502 that may provide specific details about one or more fluid injection protocols to be used during the fluid injection procedure (e.g., fluid type, flow rate, volume, duration, rise time, etc.). The GUI screen 1500 may include a graphical element 1506 that allows a user to arm the fluid injector system 104 to perform a fluid injection procedure.

[0170] Reference Fig.16, a GUI screen 1600 providing summary information of fluid injection procedures performed by the fluid injector system 104 is shown. The GUI screen 1400 may include a graphical element 1402 that provides the user with the ability to view specific details (e.g., number of injections, amount of fluid, duration, notes, user ID, patient information, etc.) in the form of a case summary of one or more fluid injection procedures performed by the fluid injector system 104. The GUI screen 1600 may include a graphical curve or other graphical curve of the fluid injection process indicating the amount of fluid injected over time. The GUI screen 1600 may include a graphical element 1606 that allows the user to end the view of the case summary and return to a GUI screen that provides access to additional case summaries or proceed to the next injection procedure.

[0171] Reference Figures 17A-17E , illustrates a GUI screen for a guided disassembly workflow of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 . Figures 17A-17E The guided workflow shown in can follow other guided workflows, such as a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system 104 during a fluid injection procedure as described herein. For example, during a fluid injection procedure, after completing a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system 104, the syringe management system 102 can proceed to a guided workflow for disassembling one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0172] Reference Fig.17A, showing a GUI screen 1700A of a guided workflow for disassembling one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 1702A can display an image of the configuration of one or more components of the fluid injection system 104 after a fluid injection process, such as an injector head and associated fluid source and tubing assembly, and can guide the user to initial steps in the removal process, such as removing a fluid line and an attached body fluid source. Graphical element 1702A can display a text message regarding instructions for removing one or more components (e.g., a tubing assembly) of the fluid injector system 104 (e.g., "Remove the fill line with the body supply attached to it from the fill line sensor"). Graphical element 1702A can include further text or graphical instructions regarding the disposal or recycling of one or more removed fluid injector components. For example, 1702A can instruct the user to place the fluid line assembly into a medical waste container and place the vitreous contrast medium container into a recycling container associated with the glass. In other embodiments, the guided workflow of 1702A may instruct the user how to remove any residual amount of contrast media from the volume contrast media container prior to recycling the container, and may further instruct the user how to collect the residual contrast media for recycling or disposal as medical waste. In embodiments, graphical element 1706A may allow the user to select to advance to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow for disassembling one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0173] Reference Fig. 17B , a GUI screen 1700B of a guided workflow for further disassembly of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, such as a plastic fluid path box. Graphical element 1702B may display an image of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, such as an MPAT and / or a SPAT, and provide guidance for removing the components from the fluid injector system 104 for disposal or recycling. Graphical element 1702B may display a text message (e.g., "Remove SPAT from MPAT. Discard SPAT.") that includes instructions for disposing of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 1706B may allow the user to select to proceed to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow for disassembly of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 after completing the illustrated removal steps.

[0174] Reference Fig. 17C, GUI screen 1700C of a guided workflow for disassembling one or more components of the fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 1702C may display an image of a configuration of one or more components of the fluid injector system 104, such as a cartridge associated with an MPAT. Graphical element 1702C may display a text message (e.g., "Install dust cap on MPAT.") regarding instructions for preparing one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 for disposal or recycling, such as by preventing spillage of residual contrast media or medical fluid in the component. Graphical element 1706C may allow a user to select to proceed to a subsequent GUI screen of the guided workflow for disassembling one or more components of the fluid injector system 104.

[0175] Reference Fig.17D , showing a GUI screen 1700D for a guided workflow for disassembling a multi-patient (MPAT) kit cassette and related features of a fluid injector system 104. Graphical element 1702D can display an image of a configuration of one or more components (e.g., MPAT, cassette) of the fluid injector system 104, including details of its disconnection from the fluid injector head. Graphical element 1702D can display a text message including instructions for disassembling one or more components of the fluid injector system 104 (e.g., "Disconnect the MPAT cassette from the injector head. Remove the entire procedure kit from the injector.").

[0176] Additionally or alternatively, graphical element 1702D may display a text message (e.g., "Are you interested in recycling contrast media or plastics?") and allow the user to select the graphical element (e.g., a button indicating recycle) to receive information about recycling one or more portions of one or more components. In an embodiment, graphical element 1702D may provide instructions regarding contrast media recycling. Additionally or alternatively, 1702D may instruct the user to recycle one or more portions of one or more components. In one example, graphical element 1702D may display the text message "Inhale 25 ml of air, tilt head downward, dispense into In some embodiments, graphical element 1702D may provide instructions on plastic recycling. Additionally, graphical element 1702D may display a text message "Remove tubing set, remove rubber cap, remove plunger, separate rubber cap". In some embodiments, graphical element 1702D may provide instructions on separating polycarbonate components, such as plungers, cartridges, and syringes. Additionally or alternatively, graphical element 1702D may display a list of recycling resources for the corresponding components. In some embodiments, graphical element 1702D may display information for identifying components and corresponding materials. 1702D may instruct the user to remove the fluid lines from the cartridge skeleton, dispose of the lines, and place the cartridge skeleton in an appropriate recycling container associated with the plastic type. In an embodiment, GUI screen 1700 may allow the user to confirm the recycling of one or more components to allow tracking of the amount of components that have been recycled.

[0177] Reference Fig.17E , GUI screen 1700E of a guided workflow for disassembling one or more components of a fluid injector system 104 shows preparing the syringe head for installing the next set of one or more disposable components. Graphic element 1702E can display an image of the configuration of the syringe head of the fluid injector system 104 in a face-down injection configuration and a vertical preparation position. Graphic element 1702E can display a text message with instructions (e.g., "Rotate the syringe head to a vertical position.") to configure the syringe head of the fluid injection system 104 in preparation for the next fluid injection setup. Graphic element 1706E can allow the user to select to advance to another guided workflow, such as returning to a GUI screen associated with the guided workflow, installing one or more components and setting up the fluid injector system 104 for the next injection in a series of injections.

[0178] Reference Fig.18, shows a non-limiting embodiment of a medical imaging suite 1800. The medical imaging suite 1800 may be located in a hospital and / or imaging center for performing imaging procedures on patients to diagnose diseases and / or other abnormalities. The medical imaging suite 1800 may include a scanning room 1814, and a control room 1816, where the fluid injector system 1804 and the medical imaging system 1806 are located, and an individual (e.g., a radiologist, technician, or other medical personnel) may monitor the patient from the control room 1816 via one or more workstation devices 1802 associated with the fluid injector system 1804 and / or the medical imaging system 1806. The fluid injector system 1804 may be the same or similar to the fluid injector system 104. In an embodiment, the workstation device 1802 including the display device 1808 may be the same or similar to the workstation device 106 described herein. In an embodiment, the injector management system 102 may be a component of the workstation device 1802. As shown in FIG. Fig.18 As shown, workstation device 1802 may be used (eg, by medical personnel) to set up and / or perform a fluid injection procedure for a patient and may include one or more of the guided workflows described herein.

[0179] Although the above-described systems, methods, and computer program products have been described in detail for purposes of illustration based on what are currently considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiments, it should be understood that such detailed description is for that purpose only, and that the present disclosure is not limited to the described embodiments or aspects, but rather is intended to cover modifications and equivalent arrangements within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. For example, it should be understood that the present disclosure contemplates that, to the extent possible, at least one feature of any embodiment or aspect may be combined with at least one feature of any other embodiment.

Claims

1. A method for providing one or more guided workflow features with respect to a fluid injector system, comprising: receiving, with at least one processor, data associated with the fluid injector system; displaying, with the at least one processor, on one or more display devices a first graphical user interface (GUI) screen associated with a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system based on the data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system; receiving, with the at least one processor, a first user input via a first graphical element of the first GUI screen or an input device; displaying, with the at least one processor, a second GUI screen associated with the guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system on the one or more display devices based on receiving the first user input; performing, with the at least one processor, a first operation of the fluid injector system based on the first user input; as well as receiving, with the at least one processor, a second user input via a second graphical element of the second GUI screen or the input device; Wherein, the second GUI screen provides information subsequent to the first GUI screen regarding a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system.

2. The method according to claim 1, further comprising: A second operation of the fluid injector system is performed based on the second user input.

3. The method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein: Displaying the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices includes: The first GUI screen is displayed on one or more display devices of the fluid injector system.

4. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: Displaying the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices includes: displaying at least a first portion of the first GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system; and At least a second portion of the first GUI screen is displayed on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system.

5. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein: Displaying the second GUI screen on the one or more display devices includes: displaying at least a first portion of the second GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system based on receiving the first user input via a graphical element of the first GUI screen or the input device; and Based on receiving the first user input via a graphical element of the first GUI screen or the input device, at least a second portion of the second GUI screen is displayed on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system.

6. The method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein: Displaying the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices includes: The first GUI screen is displayed on a display device of a workstation device independent of the fluid injector system.

7. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein: Receiving data associated with the fluid injector system includes: receiving data associated with one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system from a reader device that reads at least one bar code associated with the one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system; The method further comprises: displaying, on the one or more display devices, a first GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection procedure of the fluid injector system based on the data associated with one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system; receiving a third user input via a graphical element of the first GUI screen or the input device, the first GUI screen being associated with a guided workflow for recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection procedure of the fluid injector system, wherein the third user input includes an indication that one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system are to be recycled; based on receiving the third user input, displaying on the one or more display devices a second GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling the one or more components, wherein the second GUI screen includes instructions regarding a process for recycling one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system; and A third GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling the one or more components is displayed on the one or more display devices, wherein the second GUI screen includes data associated with a sustainability score indicative of environmental sustainability for a user.

8. A system for providing one or more guided workflow features on a fluid injector system, comprising: At least one processor programmed or configured to: receiving data associated with the fluid injector system; displaying, on one or more display devices, a first graphical user interface (GUI) screen associated with a guided workflow for operation of a fluid injector system based on data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system; receiving a first user input via a first graphical element of the first GUI screen or an input device; based on receiving the first user input, displaying a second GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system on the one or more display devices; performing a first operation of the fluid injector system based on the first user input; and receiving a second user input via a second graphical element of the second GUI screen or the input device; Wherein, the second GUI screen provides information subsequent to the first GUI screen regarding a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system.

9. The system according to claim 8, wherein: The at least one processor is further programmed or configured to: A second operation of the fluid injector system is performed based on the second user input.

10. The system according to claim 8 or 9, wherein: When displaying the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices, the at least one processor is programmed or configured to: The first GUI screen is displayed on one or more display devices of the fluid injector system.

11. A system according to any one of claims 8 to 10, wherein: When displaying the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices, the at least one processor is programmed or configured to: displaying at least a first portion of the first GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system; as well as At least a second portion of the first GUI screen is displayed on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system.

12. A system according to any one of claims 8 to 11, wherein: The at least one processor is further programmed or configured to: displaying at least a first portion of the second GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system based on receiving user input via a graphical element of the first GUI screen or an input device; and Based on receiving the user input via a graphical element of the first GUI screen or the input device, at least a second portion of the second GUI screen is displayed on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system.

13. The system according to claim 8 or 9, wherein: When displaying the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices, the at least one processor is programmed or configured to: The first GUI screen is displayed on a display device of a workstation device independent of the fluid injector system.

14. A system according to any one of claims 8 to 13, wherein: When receiving data associated with the fluid injector system, the at least one processor is programmed or configured to: receiving data associated with one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system from a reader device that reads at least one bar code associated with the one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system; wherein the at least one processor is further programmed or configured to: displaying, on the one or more display devices, a first GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection procedure of the fluid injector system based on data associated with one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system; receiving a third user input via a graphical element of the first GUI screen or the input device, the first GUI screen being associated with a guided workflow for recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection procedure of the fluid injector system, wherein the third user input includes an indication that one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system are to be recycled; based on receiving the third user input, displaying on the one or more display devices a second GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling the one or more components, wherein the second GUI screen includes instructions regarding a process for recycling one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system; and A third GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling the one or more components is displayed on the one or more display devices, wherein the second GUI screen includes data associated with a sustainability score indicative of environmental sustainability for the user.

15. A computer program product for providing one or more guided workflow features with respect to a fluid injector system, the computer program product comprising at least one non-transitory computer readable medium comprising one or more instructions that, when executed by at least one processor, cause the at least one processor to: receiving data associated with the fluid injector system; displaying, on one or more display devices, a first graphical user interface (GUI) screen associated with a guided workflow for operation of a fluid injector system based on data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system; receiving a first user input via a first graphical element of the first GUI screen or an input device; based on receiving the first user input, displaying a second GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system on the one or more display devices; performing a first operation of the fluid injector system based on the first user input; and receiving a second user input via a second graphical element of the second GUI screen or the input device; wherein the second GUI screen provides information subsequent to the first GUI screen regarding a guided workflow for operating the fluid injector system 16. The computer program product of claim 15, wherein: The one or more instructions further cause the at least one processor to: A second operation of the fluid injector system is performed based on the second user input.

17. A computer program product according to claim 15 or 16, wherein: The one or more instructions that cause the at least one processor to display the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices cause the at least one processor to: The first GUI screen is displayed on one or more display devices of the fluid injector system.

18. A computer program product according to any one of claims 15 to 17, wherein: The one or more instructions further cause the at least one processor to: displaying at least a first portion of the first GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system; and At least a second portion of the first GUI screen is displayed on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system.

19. The computer program product according to any one of claims 15 to 18, wherein: The one or more instructions that cause the at least one processor to display the first GUI screen on the one or more display devices cause the at least one processor to: displaying at least a first portion of the second GUI screen on a first display device of the fluid injector system based on receiving the user input via a graphical element of the first GUI screen or the input device; and Based on receiving the user input via a graphical element of the first GUI screen or the input device, at least a second portion of the second GUI screen is displayed on a second display device independent of the fluid injector system.

20. A computer program product according to any one of claims 15 to 19, wherein: The one or more instructions that cause the at least one processor to receive data associated with the fluid injector system cause the at least one processor to: receiving data associated with one or more components of the fluid injector system from a reader device that reads a bar code associated with the one or more components of the fluid injector system; The one or more instructions further cause the at least one processor to: displaying, on the one or more display devices, a first GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection procedure of the fluid injector system based on data associated with one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system; receiving a third user input via a graphical element of the first GUI screen or the input device, the first GUI screen being associated with a guided workflow for recycling one or more components used during a fluid injection procedure of the fluid injector system, wherein the third user input includes an indication that one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system are to be recycled; based on receiving the third user input, displaying on the one or more display devices a second GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling the one or more components, wherein the second GUI screen includes instructions regarding a process for recycling one or more disposable components of the fluid injector system; and A third GUI screen associated with a guided workflow for disposing and recycling the one or more components is displayed on the one or more display devices, wherein the second GUI screen includes data associated with a sustainability score indicative of environmental sustainability for the user.

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