Photographing control device, photographing control system, photographing control method and program

Abstract

To enable further improvement of operating effectiveness of an imaging test.SOLUTION: An imaging control device (imaging control device 11) comprises a display control part (processing part 111) that makes a display part (display part 113) display an imaging screen for taking a radiation image of a first subject by a radiographic apparatus. The display control part displays the taken radiation image of the first subject and information on a second subject to be imaged after the first subject, on the imaging screen before the completion of an examination for the first subject.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an imaging control device, an imaging control system, an imaging control method, and a program. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventionally, in the medical field, imaging examinations have been performed using radiography systems. In order to improve the operational efficiency of imaging examinations, for example, Patent Document 1 describes a method in which the name of the next patient is displayed on a guide board and called out by voice while the previous patient is being imaged, thereby overlapping the dressing of the previous patient whose current examination has been completed with the undressing of the next patient, thereby improving the utilization efficiency of the imaging room. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2004-97636 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] When multiple patients are examined in one radiography room, as in the case of the invention described in Patent Document 1, the typical procedure is as follows: radiography of Patient A → confirmation and adjustment of the images → completion of the examination → selection of the radiography order for the next Patient B → preparation for radiography of Patient B → radiography of Patient B. While the invention described in Patent Document 1 allows the next Patient B to be called while the previous Patient A is being radiographed, in cases where it takes time to confirm the images, such as in long-length radiography, the radiographer cannot prepare for radiography of the next Patient B until confirmation of the images of Patient A is complete. Therefore, even if the next Patient B can be called earlier, the radiographer must first confirm the images of Patient A before preparing for radiography of Patient B, and therefore the waiting time for the next Patient B cannot be shortened. The more patients are radiographed, the longer the total waiting time becomes, which impedes the operational efficiency of the imaging examination.

[0005] The present invention aims to further improve the operational efficiency of image inspections. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] In order to solve the above problems, the imaging control device of the present invention comprises: a display control unit that displays an imaging screen on the display unit for imaging a radiation image of the first subject by the radiation imaging device; the display control unit displays, on the imaging screen before the examination of the first subject is completed, the radiographic image of the first subject that has been imaged and information about a second subject who will be imaged after the first subject; the information about the second subject is test order information about the second subject; The display control unit selects an imaging condition that is different from an imaging condition of the first subject from imaging conditions included in the examination order information of the second subject. than other imaging conditions included in the examination order for the second subject. It is characterized by being displayed in an emphasized manner.

[0007] Further, the photography control system of the present invention comprises: A display terminal; an imaging control device that controls imaging of a radiation image of a subject by a radiation imaging device; In a photography control system comprising: The imaging control device includes: A display unit; a display control unit that displays an imaging screen on the display unit for imaging a radiation image of a first subject by the radiation imaging device; the display control unit displays the captured radiographic image of the first subject on the imaging screen of the display unit; the display terminal displays at least information about a second subject who will be imaged after the first subject before the end of the examination of the first subject; the information about the second subject is test order information about the second subject; The display control unit selects an imaging condition that is different from an imaging condition of the first subject from imaging conditions included in the examination order information of the second subject. than other imaging conditions included in the examination order for the second subject. It is characterized by being displayed in an emphasized manner.

[0008] Further, the photographing control method of the present invention includes: a step of displaying an imaging screen for capturing a radiation image of a first subject on a display unit using a radiation imaging device; and a step of displaying, on the imaging screen before the end of the examination of the first subject, the captured radiation image of the first subject and information about a second subject to be imaged after the first subject, the information about the second subject is test order information about the second subject; The step of displaying information about the second subject includes displaying an imaging condition that is different from the imaging condition of the first subject among imaging conditions included in the examination order information about the second subject. than other imaging conditions included in the examination order for the second subject. Highlight and display.

[0009] The program of the present invention also includes: A computer used in the imaging control device, functioning as a display control unit that displays on the display unit an imaging screen for imaging a radiation image of the first subject by the radiation imaging device; the display control unit displays, on the imaging screen before the examination of the first subject is completed, the radiographic image of the first subject that has been imaged and information about a second subject who will be imaged after the first subject; the information about the second subject is test order information about the second subject; The display control unit selects an imaging condition that is different from an imaging condition of the first subject from imaging conditions included in the examination order information of the second subject. than other imaging conditions included in the examination order for the second subject. Highlight and display. [Effects of the Invention]

[0010] The present invention makes it possible to further improve the operational efficiency of image inspections. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0011] [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram showing an X-ray imaging system according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2]FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a configuration of an imaging control device. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an example of an imaging screen of the imaging control device. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an example of an imaging screen of the imaging control device. [Figure 5] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an example of an imaging screen of the imaging control device. [Figure 6] 1 is a diagram showing an X-ray imaging system according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 7] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an example of an imaging screen of the imaging control device. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0012] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings, but the scope of the invention is not limited to the illustrated examples.

[0013] First Embodiment FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an X-ray imaging system 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. The X-ray imaging system 1 is an integrated imaging system that performs X-ray imaging while coordinating the X-ray generation device 20 and the X-ray imaging device 10 as an imaging control system by exchanging signals and the like between them.

[0014] As shown in FIG. 1, the X-ray imaging system 1 includes an X-ray imaging device 10 and an X-ray generating device 20. The X-ray imaging system 1 is connected to a picture archiving and communication system (PACS) 31, a hospital information system (HIS) 32, and a radiology information system (RIS) 33 via a communication network. In the communication network including the X-ray imaging system 1, the PACS 31, the HIS 32, and the RIS 33, information is transmitted and received in accordance with, for example, the DICOM (Digital Image and Communications in Medicine) standard.

[0015] The X-ray imaging device 10 includes an imaging control device 11, an FPD 12, an imaging table 13, a repeater 14, and the like. The X-ray imaging device 10 visualizes X-rays that have passed through an imaging target region such as the chest or abdomen, and captures an X-ray image showing the state inside the body.

[0016] The FPD 12 is an imaging device that detects X-rays that are emitted from the X-ray tube device 25 and transmitted through the subject, and outputs X-ray image data. The FPD 12 is mounted on, for example, an imaging stand 13 and is communicably connected to the imaging control device 11 via the imaging stand 13 and a repeater 14 by wired communication. The FPD 12 may be connected to the imaging control device 11 via wireless communication. When the FPD 12 has a wireless communication function, instead of being attached to a dedicated imaging table 13, the FPD 12 can be placed on a bed on which the subject lies supine or can be held by the subject himself / herself.

[0017] The FPD 12 includes, for example, a scintillator that converts incident X-rays into light, PDs (Photo Diodes) arranged in a matrix corresponding to pixels, and TFT (Thin Film Transistor) switches arranged corresponding to each PD (all not shown). The incident X-rays are converted into light by the scintillator and then incident on the PD, where they are accumulated as electric charges for each pixel. The electric charges accumulated in the PD flow out through the TFT switch and signal line, where they are amplified, A / D converted, and output to the imaging control device 11 as X-ray image data. The FPD 12 may be of the indirect conversion type described above, or may be of a direct conversion type that directly converts X-rays into electrical signals.

[0018] The imaging table 13 detachably holds the FPD 12 so that the X-ray incident surface of the FPD 12 faces the X-ray tube device 25. In Fig. 1, the imaging table 13 is exemplified by a standing imaging table that images a subject in a standing position. The imaging table 13 may be a supine imaging table for imaging the subject in a supine position. The imaging stand 13 is communicably connected to the imaging control device 11 via a repeater 14 by wired communication, for example.

[0019] The imaging control device 11 controls the X-ray imaging system 1 in cooperation with the X-ray generation control device 21. The imaging control device 11 transmits and sets detection conditions to the FPD 12, for example. The detection conditions include the image size to be captured, the frame rate (in the case of dynamic imaging), and information on signal processing executed by the FPD 12 (for example, amplifier gain, etc.). The imaging control device 11 controls each operation of the FPD 12, acquires X-ray image data from the FPD 12, performs predetermined image processing, and displays the data on the display unit 113 (see FIG. 2).

[0020] The imaging control device 11 may constitute a part of the X-ray generator 20. For example, the imaging control device 11 can have the function of the X-ray generation console 22 of the X-ray generator 20 (so-called integrated X-ray imaging system).

[0021] The X-ray generator 20 includes an X-ray generation controller 21 , an X-ray generation console 22 , an exposure switch 23 , a high-voltage generator 24 , and an X-ray tube device 25 .

[0022] The X-ray tube device 25 is disposed at a position facing the FPD 12 across the subject. The X-ray tube device 25 generates X-rays by applying a high voltage from the high-voltage generator 24, and irradiates the X-rays toward the subject. The X-ray tube device 25 includes an X-ray adjustable diaphragm that adjusts the irradiation field of the X-rays.

[0023] The X-ray generation console 22 and the exposure switch 23 are connected to the X-ray generation control device 21 via a signal cable. The X-ray generation console 22 is an operation table for inputting irradiation parameters, etc. The irradiation switch 23 is a switch for instructing X-ray irradiation, and is configured, for example, as a two-stage automatic reset push button switch. When the irradiation switch 23 is pressed to the first stage, a warm-up start signal for starting warm-up of the X-ray tube device 25 is sent to the X-ray generation control device 21, and when the irradiation switch 23 is pressed to the second stage, an irradiation start signal for starting X-ray irradiation from the X-ray tube device 25 is sent to the X-ray generation control device 21.

[0024] The X-ray generation control device 21 controls the operation of the high voltage generator 24 and the X-ray tube device 25 based on irradiation parameters (radiation irradiation parameters) from the X-ray generation console 22 and control signals (warm-up start signal and irradiation start signal) from the irradiation switch 23.

[0025] The irradiation parameters can be set through the X-ray generation console 22 or by using the imaging control device 11 .

[0026] Fig. 2 is a diagram showing the configuration of the imaging control device 11. As shown in Fig. 2, the imaging control device 11 includes a processing unit 111, a storage unit 112, a display unit 113, an operation unit 114, a communication unit 115, and the like.

[0027] The processing unit 111 includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit) as an arithmetic / control device, and a ROM (Read Only Memory) and RAM (Random Access Memory) as main storage devices (all not shown). The ROM stores basic programs and basic setting data. The CPU reads a program corresponding to the processing content from the ROM or the storage unit 112, loads it into the RAM, and executes the loaded program to centrally control the operations of the FPD 12 and the like. The processing unit 111 also functions as a display control unit that controls the display content of the display unit 113.

[0028] The storage unit 112 is, for example, an auxiliary storage device such as an HDD (Hard Disk Drive) or an SSD (Solid State Drive). The storage unit 112 may be a disk drive that drives an optical disk such as a CD (Compact Disc) or a DVD (Digital Versatile Disc), or a magneto-optical disk such as an MO (Magneto-Optical disk) to read and write information. Alternatively, for example, the storage unit 112 may be a memory card such as a USB memory or an SD card. The storage unit 112 stores various programs executed by the processing unit 111, parameters required for executing the programs, and data such as processing results.

[0029] The display unit 113 is configured with a flat panel display such as a liquid crystal display or an organic EL display. The display unit 113 displays the contents of the examination order and the captured X-ray images based on a display control signal from the processing unit 111. The examination order includes patient information of the patient (e.g., patient ID, patient name, date of birth, sex), posture information at the time of imaging (e.g., posture (standing / supine position), irradiation direction (back / front / side), imaging region information (e.g., chest), examination items (pulmonary ventilation function, pulmonary blood flow, etc.), and the examination history of the subject (imaging conditions at the previous examination, etc.).

[0030] The operation unit 114 is composed of a keyboard having cursor keys, numeric input keys, various function keys, etc., and a pointing device such as a mouse. The operation unit 114 receives operation signals input by key operation or mouse operation, and outputs them to the processing unit 111. A user can input imaging conditions including, for example, irradiation parameters, through the operation unit 114.

[0031] The display unit 113 and the operation unit 114 may be integrally configured, for example, as a flat panel display with a touch panel.

[0032] The communication unit 115 is a communication interface such as a network interface card (NIC), a modulator-demodulator (MODEM), or a universal serial bus (USB). The processing unit 111 transmits and receives various information in accordance with the DICOM standard to and from devices connected to a network such as a wired / wireless LAN via the communication unit 115. A communication interface for short-range wireless communication such as NFC (Near Field Communication) or Bluetooth (registered trademark) can also be applied to the communication unit 115.

[0033] When X-ray imaging is performed using the X-ray imaging system 1, an examination order is registered in the imaging control device 11. The registered examination order is displayed on the display unit 113 of the imaging control device 11. The examination order may be input from an external system such as the HIS 32 or the RIS 33, or may be manually input by the user via the operation unit 114. Here, it is assumed that the examination order is input from an external system such as the HIS 32 or the RIS 33.

[0034] When execution of a registered examination order is instructed, the imaging conditions included in the examination order are sent to and set in the X-ray generation controller 21 and FPD 12. The user can change and fine-tune the settings of the irradiation parameters through the X-ray generation console 22. When the settings of the irradiation parameters are changed, the X-ray generation controller 21 sends a signal indicating the setting change and the changed irradiation parameters to the imaging controller 11.

[0035] When the user presses the irradiation switch 23 to the first stage, the X-ray tube device 25 starts warming up (heating the filament, etc.). Accordingly, the X-ray generation controller 21 transmits a ready signal (irradiation preparation start signal) indicating that the warm-up has started to the imaging controller 11. Upon receiving the ready signal, the imaging controller 11 instructs the FPD 12 to prepare for imaging (initialization).

[0036] When the warm-up of the X-ray tube device 25 is completed, a start signal (irradiation preparation completion signal) indicating that the warm-up is completed is transmitted from the X-ray generation control device 21 to the imaging control device 11. In addition, an OK signal (imaging preparation completion signal) indicating that imaging preparation is completed is transmitted from the FPD 12 to the imaging control device 11.

[0037] When the user presses the exposure switch 23 to the second stage, the X-ray generation control device 21 transmits an X-ray irradiation signal instructing X-ray irradiation to the high-voltage generator 24 and the imaging control device 11. The high-voltage generator 24 applies a high voltage to the X-ray tube device 25, and X-ray irradiation is initiated. Note that the exposure switch 23 may be pressed to the second stage before receiving the start signal from the X-ray generation control device 21 and the OK signal from the FPD 12. In this case, the X-ray irradiation signal is transmitted from the X-ray generation control device 21 upon receiving the start signal and the OK signal.

[0038] When an irradiation time is set, as in simple X-ray imaging, X-ray irradiation ends when the specified irradiation time has elapsed. In dynamic imaging, X-ray irradiation continues while the exposure switch 23 is pressed to the second stage, and X-ray irradiation ends when the exposure switch 23 is released. When X-ray irradiation ends, the X-ray irradiation signal turns off, and the OK signal, start signal, and ready signal also turn off in sequence.

[0039] The captured X-ray image is transmitted from the FPD 12 to the imaging control device 11 and stored in the storage unit 112. In the imaging control device 11, various image processing such as offset correction and gain correction is performed on the X-ray image data, and the result is displayed on the display unit 113.

[0040] 3 is a diagram showing an example of an imaging screen D when instructing execution of an examination order, displayed on the display unit 113 of the imaging control device 11. The imaging screen D refers to the entire screen displayed on the display unit 113. The imaging screen D is divided into a first area A1 in which information about the subject currently being examined (first subject) is displayed, a second area A2 in which information about the patient (second subject) who will be imaged after the first subject is displayed, a third area A3 in which examination order information for the first subject is displayed, a fourth area A4 in which the X-ray image of the first subject is displayed, a fifth area A5 in which playback control and image adjustment of the X-ray image of the first subject is performed, and a sixth area A6 in which instructions to interrupt and end the examination of the first subject are given, and various types of information are displayed in each area.

[0041] Specifically, the first area A1 displays information about the first subject, such as the patient ID, patient name, sex, date of birth, requesting department, and a details button B1. The details button B1 is a button for displaying more detailed information about the first subject. When the details button B1 is pressed, the information is displayed floating on the imaging screen D.

[0042] Specifically, the second area A2 displays information about the second subject, such as test order information (including imaging conditions), patient ID, patient name, sex, date of birth, requesting department, and details button B2. When there are multiple pieces of test order information, the imaging order (test order order) is displayed so that it can be seen (ventral recumbent position AP → ventral recumbent position lateral view). By displaying the information about the second subject, if different technicians are checking the images and preparing for the scan (two-person operation), the radiologist can prepare for the second subject's scan (adjust the tube, prepare the imaging table) while the technician checking the images is still checking them.Even if the same technician is checking the images and taking the scan (one-person operation), the radiologist can adjust the imaging equipment while checking the images. The details button B2 is a button for displaying more detailed information about the second subject. When the details button B2 is pressed, the information is displayed in a floating manner on the imaging screen D. The imaging screen D after pressing the details button B2 is the imaging screen D shown in FIG. 4, and detailed patient information A7 shows test order information, patient ID, patient name, sex, date of birth, age, requesting department, ward, comments, nationality, etc.

[0043] Specifically, examination order setting buttons B3 and B4 for the first subject are displayed in the third area A3. The examination order setting buttons B3 and B4 are buttons for instructing the execution of examination orders. Specifically, the examination order setting button B3 is a button for instructing the execution of an examination order for chest standing position PA, and the examination order setting button B4 is a button for instructing the execution of an examination order for abdominal standing position PA.

[0044] Specifically, the fourth area A4 displays an X-ray image of the first subject captured under the imaging conditions corresponding to the selected examination order.

[0045] Specifically, a playback control tab B5 and an image adjustment tab B6 are displayed in the fifth area A5. The playback control tab B5 is a tab for controlling playback of the X-ray image displayed in the fourth area A4. In the playback control tab B5, various playback controls can be performed by selecting start keys for fast forward, rewind, frame forward, frame reverse, repeat playback, reverse playback, etc. The image adjustment tab B6 is a tab for performing image processing of the X-ray image displayed in the fourth area A4. Figure 5 shows the image adjustment tab B6 selected on the imaging screen D in Figure 3. In the image adjustment tab B6, various image adjustments can be performed by selecting adjustment keys such as density adjustment, contrast adjustment, enlargement, reduction, rotation, inversion, and panning.

[0046] Specifically, an examination interruption button B7 and an examination end button B8 are displayed in the sixth area A6. The test interruption button B7 is a button for interrupting the test of the patient currently being tested. The examination end button B8 is a button (end key) for ending the examination of the patient currently being examined.

[0047] Furthermore, when the imaging conditions included in the examination order for the second subject are different from those of the first subject, such as the installation information of the FPD 12 and the imaging table 13, at least the imaging conditions of the second subject displayed in the second area A2 that are different from the imaging conditions of the first subject may be highlighted. Specifically, when the current examination order is for the standing position and the subsequent examination order is for the supine position, the second area A2 is highlighted. Examples of highlighting include blinking and changing the color. In addition, information about the second subject may be displayed in the second area A2 only when the examination order for the second subject is different from the imaging conditions, such as the installation information of the FPD 12 and the imaging table 13, in the examination order for the first subject. The display format of the second area A2, such as the items, character size, and color, can be changed. Furthermore, the patient information (including the examination order) of the second subject may be acquired from the RIS 33 or the like, or may be acquired from the examination list received by the imaging control device 11.

[0048] As described above, the imaging control device 11 is equipped with a display control unit (processing unit 111) that displays an imaging screen on the display unit (display unit 113) for capturing a radiological image of the first subject using the radiation imaging device, and the display control unit displays the captured radiological image of the first subject and information about the second subject who will be imaged after the first subject on the imaging screen before the examination of the first subject is completed.This allows the imaging technician to prepare for imaging the next patient without waiting for the completion of confirmation of the previous patient's image and adjustment work, thereby further improving the operational efficiency of imaging examinations.

[0049] In addition, the display control unit displays adjustment keys on the shooting screen for adjusting the radiation image displayed on the shooting screen, making it possible to adjust the radiation image of the previous patient, who is the first subject, while preparing to shoot the next patient, who is the second subject, thereby further improving the operational efficiency of image examinations.

[0050] In addition, the display control unit displays a start key on the imaging screen to start playback control of the radiation image, thereby enabling playback control of the radiation image of the previous patient, who is the first subject, and preparing to capture the next patient, who is the second subject, while checking the image, thereby further improving the operational efficiency of imaging examinations.

[0051] Furthermore, by including the imaging conditions in the information regarding the second subject, it becomes possible to prepare for imaging of the subsequent patient, the second subject, in accordance with the imaging conditions without waiting for the completion of confirmation and adjustment work of the previous patient, the first subject, thereby further improving the operational efficiency of imaging examinations.

[0052] Furthermore, when the imaging conditions are different from those of the first subject, the display control unit highlights and displays at least those imaging conditions of the second subject that are different from those of the first subject, thereby making it easier to visually recognize that the imaging conditions of the subsequent patient, who is the second subject, are different, and further improving the operational efficiency of image examinations.

[0053] Furthermore, by including the shooting order in the shooting conditions, it becomes possible to prepare for the shooting of the subsequent patient, who is the second subject, taking the shooting order into consideration, thereby further improving the operational efficiency of imaging examinations.

[0054] Furthermore, since the display format of the information regarding the second subject can be changed, the display format of the information regarding the second subject can be made to be suitable for operation, thereby further improving the operational efficiency of image examinations.

[0055] In addition, the display control unit displays information about the second subject in a floating manner, making it possible to check detailed information about the subsequent patient who is the second subject, thereby further improving the operational efficiency of imaging examinations.

[0056] Furthermore, by including the subject's name (patient's name) in the information about the second subject, it becomes possible to call up the subsequent patient, which further improves the operational efficiency of the imaging examination.

[0057] <Second embodiment> FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an X-ray imaging system 2 according to an embodiment of the present invention. The X-ray imaging system 2 is obtained by adding a display terminal 40 to the X-ray imaging system 1 as an imaging control system. Other configurations and operations of the X-ray imaging system 2 are the same as those of the X-ray imaging system 1.

[0058] The display terminal 40 is a terminal that displays the same screen as the shooting screen D displayed on the display unit 113 of the shooting control device 11. Specifically, examples of the display terminal include a PDA (personal digital assistant) and a monitor.

[0059] Here, a case will be described where another technician checks the image and prepares for imaging (two-person operation) using the display terminal 40. It is assumed that the captured X-ray image is already displayed on the display unit 113. Furthermore, before the examination of the first subject is completed, the display terminal 40 displays the same screen as the imaging screen D displayed on the display unit 113 of the imaging control device 11. The technician checking the images checks and adjusts the image of the first subject by checking the imaging screen displayed on the display unit 113 of the imaging control device 11. Meanwhile, the technician performing the imaging checks the imaging screen displayed on the display terminal 40 before the end of the examination of the first subject, without leaving the imaging room, and prepares for imaging of the second subject (tube adjustment, imaging stand preparation). Therefore, it becomes possible for the image checking technician to check the image and the radiographing technician to prepare for radiographing in parallel.

[0060] The screen displayed on the display terminal 40 is not limited to being the same as the imaging screen D displayed on the display unit 113 of the imaging control device 11. Only the first area A1 and the second area A2, which are information necessary for the technician preparing for imaging, may be displayed on the display terminal 40.

[0061] The display terminal 40 and the imaging control device 11 may be connected by wire or wirelessly. The imaging control device 11 may also include the connected display terminal 40.

[0062] As described above, the imaging control system (X-ray imaging system 2) includes a display terminal (display terminal 40) and an imaging control device 11 that controls the capturing of radiological images of the subject using the radiation imaging device (X-ray imaging device 10). The imaging control device includes a display unit and a display control unit that displays an imaging screen on the display unit for capturing a radiological image of the first subject using the radiation imaging device. The display control unit displays the captured radiological image of the first subject on the imaging screen of the display unit. The display terminal displays at least information about the second subject, who will be imaged after the first subject, before the examination of the first subject is completed. This allows one imaging technician to prepare for the imaging of the second subject, the subsequent patient, without waiting for the other technician to confirm the image of the previous patient, the first subject, and complete adjustment work, thereby further improving the operational efficiency of imaging examinations.

[0063] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described, the scope of the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, but includes the scope of the invention described in the claims and its equivalents.

[0064] For example, the second subject is a patient who will be imaged after the first subject, and is not limited to a patient who will be imaged next after the first subject. More specifically, if the next patient to be imaged has the same imaging conditions as the first subject, there is no need to prepare for imaging, so the patient who requires imaging preparation may be skipped and designated as the second subject. Furthermore, examination order information (portion, imaging conditions such as standing / supine / cassette, etc.) and patient information (gender, etc.) may be displayed using icons. That is, by displaying imaging conditions, etc. using icons, the display control unit makes it easier to visually confirm the imaging conditions of the patient later, thereby further improving the operational efficiency of the image examination. Specifically, the standing position and supine position may be displayed using icons, as in the second area A2 of the imaging screen D shown in FIG. 7. Furthermore, the icons for the examination order information and the patient information are not limited to simple marks, but may be marks having some function. Specifically, an icon that, when clicked, displays detailed information (such as setting information for imaging conditions) of the examination order information or the patient information in a floating display, can be used. The adjustment keys, start keys, and end keys include not only buttons but also bars and the like. [Explanation of symbols]

[0065] 1 X-ray imaging system (imaging control system) 2 X-ray imaging system (imaging control system) 10 X-ray equipment (radiography equipment) 11. Shooting control device 12 FPD 13 Photo stand 14 Repeater 20 X-ray generator 21 X-ray generation control device 22 X-ray generating console 23 Irradiation switch 24 High voltage generator 25 X-ray tube equipment 40 Display terminal 111 Processing section (display control section) 112 Storage section 113 Display section 114 Operation section 115 Communications Department Bus 116

Claims

1. a display control unit that displays an imaging screen on a display unit for imaging a radiation image of the first subject using the radiation imaging device; the display control unit displays, on the imaging screen before the examination of the first subject is completed, the radiographic image of the first subject that has been imaged and information about a second subject who will be imaged after the first subject; the information about the second subject is test order information about the second subject; The imaging control device is characterized in that the display control unit displays, among the imaging conditions included in the examination order information of the second subject, imaging conditions that differ from the imaging conditions of the first subject in a manner that is more emphasized than other imaging conditions included in the examination order of the second subject.

2. 2. The imaging control device according to claim 1, wherein the display control unit displays, on the imaging screen, adjustment keys for adjusting the radiographic image displayed on the imaging screen.

3. 3. The imaging control device according to claim 1, wherein the display control unit displays a start key for starting playback control of the radiation image on the imaging screen.

4. 4. The imaging control device according to claim 1, wherein the display control unit highlights imaging conditions that are different from the imaging conditions of the first subject by using text.

5. 4. The imaging control device according to claim 1, wherein the display control unit displays the imaging conditions included in the examination order information for the second subject using icons.

6. The imaging control device according to claim 1 , wherein the examination order information includes an imaging order.

7. 2. The imaging control device according to claim 1, wherein the display format of the information about the second subject is changeable.

8. The imaging control device according to claim 1 , wherein the display control unit displays information about the second subject in a floating manner.

9. 9. The imaging control device according to claim 1, wherein the examination order information includes a subject's name.

10. A display terminal; an imaging control device that controls imaging of a radiation image of a subject by a radiation imaging device; In a photography control system comprising: The imaging control device includes: A display unit; a display control unit that displays an imaging screen on the display unit for imaging a radiation image of a first subject by the radiation imaging device; the display control unit displays the captured radiographic image of the first subject on the imaging screen of the display unit; the display terminal displays at least information regarding a second subject who will be imaged after the first subject before the end of the examination of the first subject; the information about the second subject is test order information about the second subject; The imaging control system is characterized in that the display control unit displays, among the imaging conditions included in the examination order information of the second subject, imaging conditions that differ from the imaging conditions of the first subject in a more emphasized manner than other imaging conditions included in the examination order of the second subject.

11. a step of displaying an imaging screen for capturing a radiation image of a first subject on a display unit using a radiation imaging device; and a step of displaying, on the imaging screen before the end of the examination of the first subject, the captured radiation image of the first subject and information about a second subject to be imaged after the first subject, the information about the second subject is test order information about the second subject; The step of displaying information about the second subject includes displaying, among the imaging conditions included in the examination order information for the second subject, imaging conditions that differ from the imaging conditions for the first subject in a manner that is more emphasized than other imaging conditions included in the examination order for the second subject.

12. A computer used in the imaging control device, causing the radiographic imaging device to function as a display control unit that displays an imaging screen on the display unit for capturing a radiographic image of the first subject; the display control unit displays, on the imaging screen before the examination of the first subject is completed, the radiographic image of the first subject that has been imaged and information about a second subject who will be imaged after the first subject; the information about the second subject is test order information about the second subject; The display control unit is a program that displays, among the imaging conditions included in the examination order information of the second subject, imaging conditions that differ from the imaging conditions of the first subject in a more emphasized manner than other imaging conditions included in the examination order of the second subject.

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