Medical Imaging Apparatus Geometry Change Extraction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current imaging apparatuses face challenges in efficiently differentiating and extracting relevant information from images based on geometry changes, particularly in medical imaging where quick and accurate diagnosis is crucial, with existing technologies either requiring long scanning times or exposing patients to radiation.
Innovation Solution
An imaging apparatus and control method that includes a storage unit for reference information, an extraction information calculator to generate extraction information based on geometry change information, and a display unit to show the geometry image and extraction information, allowing for zooming, rotation, and other geometric adjustments to focus on specific areas or views, thereby enhancing diagnostic accuracy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If MRI apparatus is used to acquire images, then excellent contrast and various diagnosis information images with respect to soft tissue are provided, but scanning time becomes relatively long and examination expenses become high
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts and displays only the most relevant measurement information (such as fetal head circumference, abdominal circumference, femur length) from the full ultrasound image data, rather than requiring clinicians to analyze entire images. This extraction approach maintains diagnostic accuracy while reducing the time needed to obtain and interpret imaging results.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the complex imaging and measurement process into distinct automated steps: image acquisition, automatic measurement calculation, and selective information display. By segmenting the workflow and automating measurement calculations, the system reduces manual analysis time while preserving diagnostic quality.
2Loss of time
If CT apparatus is used to acquire images, then scanning time is short and examination expenses are low, but image resolution is relatively low and patients are exposed to radiation
Solution Approach 1:
The ultrasound imaging system performs automatic measurement calculations and information extraction without requiring manual intervention. The system serves itself by automatically processing images, calculating anatomical measurements, and generating diagnostic information, thereby reducing scanning time and eliminating radiation exposure while maintaining diagnostic effectiveness.
3Loss of information
If manual measurement and analysis of medical images is performed, then comprehensive diagnosis information can be obtained, but diagnostic time and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an automatic measurement calculation unit as an intermediary between image acquisition and clinical diagnosis. This intermediary component automatically processes raw ultrasound images, calculates standard anatomical measurements, and presents processed information to clinicians, thereby reducing operational complexity while preserving comprehensive diagnostic information.
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AI summary
Disclosed herein is an imaging apparatus including: an image producer configured to produce an image of an object; and an image information generator configured to identify the object, to receive geometry change information for the image of the object, and to generate extraction information corresponding to a geometry image of the object changed according to the geometry change information. Accordingly, it is possible to intuitively display a user's desired information.