Automated Quantitative Data Transfer Between Imaging and Reporting Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Manual copying or inputting of quantitative measurements from quantitative cardiac image analysis (QCIA) applications to reporting systems is time-consuming and prone to errors, requiring an automated method to streamline the reporting workflow.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that convert quantitative measurement data from an imaging system's format to a network-compatible format, allowing seamless transmission and conversion to a recording system's format for automatic reporting, eliminating the need for manual data entry.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual copying or inputting of quantitative measurements is performed, then data accuracy can be verified by the operator, but the reporting process is time-consuming and reduces productivity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements automated copying of quantitative measurement data from the imaging system to the reporting application through electronic data transfer. The system automatically copies stenosis measurements, vessel dimensions, and other quantitative parameters from the QCIA application database to the CTI reporting application, eliminating manual transcription while maintaining data integrity through structured data format conversion (DICOM to internal formats).
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary data transfer mechanism that acts as a bridge between the imaging system and the reporting application. This intermediary system uses standardized data formats and automated interfaces to transfer quantitative measurement data, ensuring accurate communication between systems while enabling high-speed data transmission without manual intervention.
2Reliability
If manual data entry is performed, then data can be carefully verified, but errors are still prone and time is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically copies quantitative measurement data from the imaging system database to the reporting application, eliminating manual data entry entirely. This automated copying process transfers stenosis length, diameter, area, and other quantitative parameters electronically, preventing transcription errors while reducing data entry time to near-zero levels.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms that automatically verify data integrity during the electronic transfer process. The system checks for data completeness, format correctness, and logical consistency between measurements, providing immediate feedback on data quality without requiring manual verification, thus reducing both time and errors.
3Productivity
If automated data transfer is implemented, then productivity increases and time is reduced, but system complexity increases due to data format conversion requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal data interface that can handle multiple data formats (DICOM, internal imaging system formats, reporting application formats) through a single standardized conversion mechanism. This multi-functional interface automatically detects and converts between different data formats, reducing the need for multiple specialized conversion systems and managing complexity through standardization.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically adjusts data parameters during conversion between formats, transforming quantitative measurement data from imaging system parameters to reporting application parameters. This includes converting coordinate systems, scaling factors, and data structures while maintaining measurement accuracy, thereby managing format complexity through automated parameter transformation.
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AI summary
A method and system for reporting quantitative measurement information includes forming a message with quantitative measurement information; converting the data format of the message to a data format which allows the message to be sent over a communication network; converting the data format of the message received over the communication network to a data format corresponding to that of a data recording system; and generating a report with the recording system using the quantitative measurement information contained in the message.