Advanced Synthetic Breast Tissue Image Generation with Enhanced High Density Element Processing

Publication ID: 24-11857358_0006_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Synthetic Breast Tissue Image Generation with Enhanced High Density Element Processing,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857358_0006_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857358_0006_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,358.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An improved system and method for generating synthetic breast tissue images with enhanced high density element processing, offering better image quality, reduced radiation exposure, and real-time analysis capabilities.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent, 'System and method for synthetic breast tissue image generation by high density element suppression,' addressed the issue of obtrusive high density elements in breast imaging. However, it had limitations in terms of image quality, radiation exposure, and analysis capabilities. The new inventive concept builds upon the original patent by introducing advanced high density element processing techniques, multi-scale filtering, and real-time analysis, thereby overcoming the inherent limitations of the existing patent.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept comprises a system and method for generating synthetic breast tissue images with enhanced high density element processing. The system includes a processor configured to identify high density elements in a breast image, a suppression module to reduce the visibility of the high density elements, and an enhancement module to accentuate the visibility of the high density elements. The method involves receiving a breast image, detecting high density elements, and applying a multi-scale filter to reduce noise and enhance the visibility of the high density elements. Additionally, the system can be configured to operate in real-time during a breast imaging procedure, providing immediate analysis and feedback to the medical professional.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces several novel features, including the selective activation of suppression and enhancement modules, the application of multi-scale filtering, and the real-time analysis capability. These advancements are non-obvious compared to the original patent and provide a significant improvement in image quality, radiation exposure, and analysis capabilities.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of machine learning algorithms for high density element detection, the integration of the system with existing breast imaging equipment, and the development of specialized software for image analysis and processing.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The advanced synthetic breast tissue image generation system with enhanced high density element processing has significant commercial potential in the medical imaging industry, particularly in the areas of breast cancer screening and diagnosis. The system's ability to provide high-quality images with reduced radiation exposure and real-time analysis capabilities makes it an attractive solution for medical professionals and patients alike.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B6/5258
A A61 A61B6/461
A A61 A61B6/502
G G06 G06T11/008
G G06 G06T2207/10116
G G06 G06T2207/30068

Field of Art

Medical imaging, specifically breast tomosynthesis and digital radiographic image processing, involving advanced computational techniques for image generation, enhancement, and analysis

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled professional with expertise in medical imaging technologies, computer vision, signal processing, and radiological image reconstruction, typically holding a PhD or advanced engineering degree with specialized knowledge in medical image processing algorithms

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core imaging techniques, applying standard computational methods to enhance high density element processing through selective suppression, multi-scale filtering, and machine learning integration, which are well-established approaches in medical image processing

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Image processing method for generating synthetic breast tissue images using multiple 2D projection images
PTD Variation
Adding machine learning algorithms for high density element detection and real-time image analysis
Obviousness Reasoning
Machine learning techniques for medical image segmentation are known in the art, representing a predictable application of existing computational techniques to improve automated image processing capabilities
Source Patent Element
X-ray image acquisition system for generating breast tissue images
PTD Variation
Implementing selective suppression and enhancement modules for high density element visualization
Obviousness Reasoning
Modular image processing techniques that allow selective activation of image enhancement features are a standard design approach in medical imaging systems, representing an obvious optimization of existing technologies
Source Patent Element
3D image reconstruction from multiple 2D projection images
PTD Variation
Applying multi-scale filtering to reduce noise and enhance image quality
Obviousness Reasoning
Multi-scale image filtering is a well-known technique in signal processing, representing a predictable method for improving image clarity and reducing artifacts in medical imaging systems
Source Patent Element
Digital image processing for breast tissue visualization
PTD Variation
Dynamic radiation exposure adjustment based on high density element detection
Obviousness Reasoning
Adaptive radiation exposure techniques are a known approach in medical imaging for minimizing patient radiation while maintaining diagnostic image quality, representing an obvious optimization of existing imaging protocols
Source Patent Element
X-ray based breast tissue image generation system
PTD Variation
Real-time image analysis with interactive display of high density element highlights
Obviousness Reasoning
Interactive medical imaging systems with real-time processing are standard in modern diagnostic technologies, representing a predictable evolution of existing image generation and display methods
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857358 and the disclosed variations, a person having ordinary skill in medical imaging would find the claimed innovations obvious, as they represent predictable combinations of known computational techniques for medical image processing, specifically involving high density element detection, selective image enhancement, and real-time analysis methods that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner in the field of breast imaging technologies

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,358
TitleSystem and method for synthetic breast tissue image generation by high density element suppression
Assignee(s)Hologic, Inc.