Enhanced Endoscopic Imaging Method and System

An improved method and system for endoscopic imaging that dynamically adjusts special light illumination based on detected structures, resulting in enhanced image quality, reduced illumination intensity, and more accurate detection of predefined characteristics.

The original patent disclosed a method and system for endoscopic imaging with a video endoscope, light source, and controller. However, the patent had limitations in terms of image quality, illumination intensity, and detection accuracy. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing dynamic adjustment of special light illumination based on detected structures, thereby providing improved image quality, reduced illumination intensity, and more accurate detection of predefined characteristics.

The enhanced endoscopic imaging method and system comprise a video endoscope with a CMOS image sensor, a light source unit, and an image evaluation unit. The image evaluation unit detects structures having predefined characteristics and adapts the special light illumination accordingly. The special light illumination is dynamically adjusted based on the detected structure's characteristic, resulting in improved image quality and reduced illumination intensity. The system also includes a software program product executable on a computer, which controls the light source unit and evaluates images captured by the video endoscope. The program code is configured to optimize the special light illumination based on the detected structure's characteristic. Additionally, the video endoscope can be equipped with a high-sensitivity CMOS image sensor and a wide-angle lens, allowing for improved image quality and a wider field of view.

The new inventive concept introduces the dynamic adjustment of special light illumination based on detected structures, which is not present in the original patent. This adjustment enables improved image quality, reduced illumination intensity, and more accurate detection of predefined characteristics, thereby providing a non-obvious and novel solution.

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different types of image sensors, light sources, or software algorithms. The system could also be adapted for use in various medical specialties, such as gastroenterology, pulmonology, or urology.

The enhanced endoscopic imaging method and system have significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the fields of gastroenterology, pulmonology, and urology. The improved image quality, reduced illumination intensity, and more accurate detection of predefined characteristics can lead to better patient outcomes, reduced procedure times, and increased market share for manufacturers of endoscopic imaging systems.