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Method for automated analysis of apical four-chamber images of the heart

US6708055B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 6, 2002
Grant dateMar 16, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06T2207/30048
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for quantitatively analyzing digital images of approximately elliptical body organs, and in particular, echocardiographic images is provided. In particular, methods are disclosed for obtaining short-axis apical four-chamber views of a heart, and particularly for obtaining high-quality automated images of particular regions of the heart muscle, as viewed along its long axis.

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