Multi-mode tomosynthesis/mammography gain calibration and image correction using gain map information from selected projection angles
US7991106B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 22, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 2, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 26, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B6/583
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A multi-mode tomosynthesis/mammography system and method in which a mammography gain map is used to gain correct mammographic images of a patient's breast but enhanced gain maps for respective projection angled are used to correct tomosynthesis images acquired with the same system.
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