Generation of standard protocols for review of 3D ultrasound image data
US8265366B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 11, 2009 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 11, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B8/0883
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An ultrasonic diagnostic imaging system is described which records expert review of a 3D image data set, including image plane and view manipulation, annotation, and measurements, for the purpose of generating automated review protocols for 3D ultrasound image acquisitions. The ability to provide a standardized 3D review protocol has benefits such as guiding reviewers of all experience levels through the required steps to extract key images and measurements from 3D image data, enabling automation to improve 3D review workflow and reduce review time, monitoring growth or therapy, and standardizing review presentations for easy comparison with prior examination results.
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