Projector Merges Biopsy Data onto Imaging Surface
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current biopsy procedures require medical workers to divert their visual line from the imaging surface to view reference information, which can lead to inefficiencies and increased patient discomfort due to prolonged procedures.
Innovation Solution
A medical image acquisition apparatus that includes a biopsy apparatus, an imaging table, a projector, and at least one processor. The processor controls the projection of information regarding the biopsy, including the disposing position of the living body, the position of the biopsy needle, and the collection position, directly onto the imaging surface.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If biopsy reference information is displayed on a separate monitor or display panel, then the information is visible to the medical worker, but the medical worker must divert visual line from the imaging surface, increasing procedure time and patient discomfort
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the display function with the imaging surface by projecting biopsy reference information directly onto the imaging surface itself. This integration eliminates the need for separate monitors and allows the medical worker to view both the imaging surface and reference information simultaneously without diverting visual attention, thereby reducing procedure time while maintaining information visibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a two-dimensional separate monitor display to a projected display on the imaging surface, utilizing the vertical dimension and projection technology. This dimensional change allows information to be overlaid on the existing imaging surface without occupying additional horizontal space, enabling simultaneous viewing of imaging and reference information.
2Loss of information
If a large monitor is used to display biopsy information, then the information is easily visible, but the device size and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the display function with the existing imaging surface, eliminating the need for a separate large monitor. By projecting information directly onto the imaging surface, the system maintains full information visibility while utilizing zero additional display area, as the imaging surface serves dual purposes.
Solution Approach 2:
The imaging surface is given multiple functions: it serves both as the traditional imaging display and as a projection surface for biopsy reference information. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for dedicated display space, as the same surface accommodates both imaging and informational display requirements.
3Device complexity
If biopsy information is displayed on a small display panel within the biopsy unit, then the device size is constrained less, but the information is difficult to visually recognize
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses projection technology to display information on the imaging surface, utilizing the vertical and depth dimensions rather than confining information to a small two-dimensional panel. This dimensional expansion allows large, easily readable information to be displayed without increasing the physical footprint of the biopsy unit components.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical display panel system with an optical projection system. This substitution eliminates the need for physical display hardware within the biopsy unit, allowing information to be displayed on the existing imaging surface without adding to the mechanical complexity or size of the biopsy apparatus.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This solution allows for the advancement of biopsies without significantly diverting the medical worker's visual line from the imaging surface, thereby reducing procedural inefficiencies and patient discomfort.
Implementation Method 1
a projector that projects the image
Data Source
AI summary
A medical image acquisition apparatus including: a biopsy apparatus; an imaging table that is used to capture an image of a living body disposed on an imaging surface with an imaging apparatus; a projector that projects the image; and at least one processor, wherein the processor performs control of projecting information regarding a biopsy that is performed on the living body using the biopsy apparatus, from the projector toward the imaging surface of the imaging table.