X-ray Diagnostic System Dual Display Operator Engineer Coordination
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Solution Overview
Problem
In catheter treatment, operators remotely controlling devices using X-ray diagnostic systems face challenges in accurately adjusting the imaging region and direction due to limited visibility of the imaging apparatus, making it difficult to confirm the positional relationship between operation targets and obstacles, which requires medical engineers to intervene for precise adjustments.
Innovation Solution
An X-ray diagnostic system with a designation receiving circuit and dual displays allows operators to designate desired imaging regions and directions, generating provisional images for both the operator and medical engineer, enabling the medical engineer to adjust the imaging apparatus for desired X-ray images while reducing X-ray exposure.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If the operator remotely controls the device using a remote catheter system, then X-ray exposure of the operator is reduced, but positioning accuracy of the imaging system deteriorates because the operator cannot directly observe and adjust the imaging region and direction
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a medical engineer as an intermediary who performs the positioning adjustments of the imaging system based on instructions from the operator. This mediator resolves the contradiction by separating the remote control function (reducing X-ray exposure) from the positioning function (requiring accurate observation and adjustment), allowing the operator to remain protected while still achieving precise imaging through coordinated assistance.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If a medical engineer adjusts the imaging system remotely, then the operator's safety is improved, but communication efficiency and coordination between operator and medical engineer deteriorate due to indirect control
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the operator provides instructions based on observed imaging quality, and the medical engineer executes adjustments while reporting back on positioning status. This continuous feedback loop maintains coordination efficiency despite the physical separation and indirect control, allowing both parties to work effectively together with the operator focused on patient care and the medical engineer focused on technical adjustments.
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 facilitates the acquisition of desired X-ray images by the operator while minimizing X-ray exposure and ensuring accurate adjustments of the imaging system, enhancing the efficiency and safety of medical procedures.
Implementation Method 1
an imaging apparatus which performs X-ray imaging of an object
Data Source
AI summary
According to one embodiment, an X-ray diagnostic system is used with an operation apparatus for operating, from a position separated from an object, a device inserted inside the object, and includes an imaging apparatus, an designation receiving circuit, a first display, and a second display. The imaging apparatus performs X-ray imaging of the object. The designation receiving circuit receives designation of a position on medical data from a first user who operates the device. The first display is disposed at a position visible from the first user, and displays a first image according to the designation of the position. The second display is disposed at a position visible from a second user who performs positioning of the imaging apparatus, and displays a second image different from the first image according to the designation of the position.