System and method of improving surgical devices using captured images for efficient surgical plan development

US10762623B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• MATERIALISE N.V. · BE

Inventors

• Benjamin Geebelen · Haasrode, BE
• Roel Wirix-Speetjens · Maaseik, BE

Key dates

• Filing date: Nov 12, 2015
• Grant date: Sep 1, 2020
• Expiry date: Nov 12, 2035

Classification

• Technology area (CPC G): Physics
• CPC primary: G06T2207/30008
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

A two-step approach for image segmentation during the treatment planning process is disclosed. In a first step, an automatic segmentation method can be used to generate a first, provisional segmentation. The first, provisional segmentation may be generated using fast, but less accurate segmentation methods. The first provisional segmentation may be used to generate a default treatment plan for approval. Once the default treatment plan is approved, a more robust, second image segmentation may be performed. The second segmentation may be used to design patient-specific devices that can be used to deliver the patient-specific medical treatment.