Enhanced Ultrasonography System for Improved Image Quality and Real-time Analysis
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept relates to an enhanced ultrasonography system that improves image quality, accuracy, and real-time analysis capabilities through advanced processing and adjustment techniques, thereby addressing limitations of existing ultrasonography systems.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed an ultrasonography system with limitations in terms of image quality, sensitivity, and real-time analysis capabilities. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing advanced processing and adjustment techniques to improve the overall performance of the ultrasonography system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced ultrasonography system comprises an ultrasound endoscope capable of adjusting the angle of the insertion part in real-time based on the ultrasound image, a method for ultrasonography involving generating an ultrasound image, analyzing the image to detect a region of interest, and adjusting the illumination light source to optimize the illumination of the region of interest, an ultrasound processor device configured to correct for distortions in the ultrasound image caused by the movement of the ultrasound endoscope during the examination, a suction pump configured to automatically adjust the suction pressure based on the viscosity of the aspirates inside the body cavity, and a monitor configured to display a real-time overlay of the ultrasound image and the endoscope image. These advancements enable improved image quality, accuracy, and real-time analysis capabilities, thereby enhancing the overall performance of the ultrasonography system.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The present inventive concept introduces novel and non-obvious advancements in the field of ultrasonography, including real-time adjustment of the ultrasound endoscope, optimized illumination, distortion correction, automatic suction pressure adjustment, and real-time image overlay. These advancements provide a significant improvement over the original patent and existing ultrasonography systems.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the enhanced ultrasonography system may include variations in the design of the ultrasound endoscope, the method for ultrasonography, the ultrasound processor device, the suction pump, and the monitor. Additionally, the system may be adapted for use in different medical specialties or applications, such as cardiology or oncology.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced ultrasonography system has significant commercial potential in the medical imaging industry, particularly in the fields of gastroenterology, cardiology, and oncology. The system's improved image quality, accuracy, and real-time analysis capabilities make it an attractive solution for medical professionals seeking to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B8/445 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/12 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/4488 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/56 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,366 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ultrasonography system |
| Assignee(s) | FUJI ELECTRIC CO., LTD. |