Predictive Real-time Image Registration for Enhanced Medical Procedures
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation image registration system that leverages machine learning, augmented reality, and multi-sensor integration to provide real-time, predictive, and highly accurate registration of ultrasound and X-ray images, enabling more effective and efficient medical procedures.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent registration of X-ray and ultrasound images has limitations in terms of real-time accuracy and manual input requirements. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing predictive analytics, automated tracking, and augmented reality capabilities to enhance the registration process.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The system comprises at least one processor configured to predict future positions of a medical device based on historical position data, using machine learning algorithms to identify patterns in the movement of the device. The processor receives input from multiple sensors, including ultrasound and X-ray sensors, to generate a comprehensive, real-time image of the medical device and its surroundings. The system can display the registered images using augmented reality, providing real-time feedback to medical professionals during procedures. The processor can also automatically detect and track the movement of the medical device, adjusting the registration of the ultrasound images accordingly, without the need for manual input.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the concept of predictive analytics, automated tracking, and augmented reality capabilities, which are not present in the original patent. These features enable a more accurate, efficient, and real-time registration process, making the new inventive concept novel and non-obvious compared to the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different machine learning algorithms, variations in sensor configurations, or integration with other medical imaging modalities. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in different medical procedures or applications, such as surgical navigation or tumor tracking.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The predictive real-time image registration system has significant commercial potential in the medical device and healthcare industries, particularly in the fields of interventional radiology, cardiology, and oncology. The system's ability to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of medical procedures could lead to increased adoption and market share.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B8/5207 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/4417 |
| A | A61 | A61B6/5247 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/0883 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/12 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/4254 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/4416 |
| A | A61 | A61B8/5261 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical imaging technologies, specifically image registration systems for ultrasound and X-ray imaging, involving advanced sensor integration, signal processing, and medical device tracking techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical imaging specialist with expertise in signal processing, machine learning, sensor fusion, medical device design, and advanced imaging registration techniques, holding advanced degrees in biomedical engineering or medical imaging
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the proposed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core image registration methodology, leveraging well-established machine learning and sensor fusion techniques to enhance existing medical imaging registration processes. The proposed improvements represent incremental advancements that would be obvious to implement using standard engineering approaches in medical imaging technology. The fundamental registration concept remains consistent, with the proposed variations merely introducing more sophisticated tracking and predictive capabilities.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,374 |
|---|---|
| Title | Registration of x-ray and ultrasound images |
| Assignee(s) | Koninklijke Philips N.V. |