System and method for automatic ultrasound image optimization
US8235905B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 26, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 7, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01S7/5205
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for automatic image optimization in ultrasound imaging of an object is provided. The method includes transmitting a first ultrasound signal into the object, wherein the signal has a plurality of first signal parameters. The method also includes receiving a first set of electrical signals representing reflections of the first ultrasound signals from the object and processing the first set of electrical signals into a first image. The method evaluates an image quality cost function for the first image to produce a first image quality metric and determines a second plurality of signal parameters based upon the first image quality metric. Similarly, the method includes transmitting a second ultrasound signal into the object, wherein the signal has the second plurality of signal parameters and receiving a second set of electrical signals representing reflections of the second ultrasound signal from the object and processing the second set of electrical signals into a second image. The method also includes evaluating an image quality cost function for the second image to produce a second image quality metric. The method further includes comparing the first image quality metric a…
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