Enhanced Medical Imaging System for Breast Imaging

Publication ID: 24-11857375_0001_PTD

Published: October 28, 2025

Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Medical Imaging System for Breast Imaging,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857375_0001_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857375_0001_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. 11,857,375.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept is an enhanced medical imaging system that captures high-quality breast images by combining images taken with and without compression, and with different compression forces, to provide more accurate diagnoses.

Background and Problem Solved

The original medical imaging system (JP2014-504918A) has limitations in capturing accurate breast images, particularly when the breast is not fixed by compression. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by introducing a system that captures images in multiple states, enhancing the diagnostic accuracy.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced medical imaging system comprises a processor that acquires a first medical image of the breast in a state in which the breast is fixed by compression, and a second medical image of the breast captured in a state in which the breast is not fixed by compression. The processor then generates a composite image combining the first and second medical images. Additionally, the system can adjust the compression force based on the subject's body type and size, and capture images using radiation and ultrasonic waves to generate a hybrid image.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces the novel feature of capturing images in multiple states (with and without compression, and with different compression forces) and combining them to generate a composite image, which is not present in the original patent. This enhancement provides a more accurate and comprehensive diagnosis.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept include using different types of imaging modalities, such as MRI or CT scans, or incorporating artificial intelligence algorithms to enhance image analysis. Variations of the system could also include adjusting the compression force in real-time based on the subject's feedback.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced medical imaging system has significant commercial potential in the medical imaging industry, particularly in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. The system's ability to provide more accurate diagnoses could lead to improved patient outcomes and reduced healthcare costs.

CPC Classifications

Section	Class	Group
A	A61	A61B8/5261
A	A61	A61B8/0825
A	A61	A61B8/403
A	A61	A61B8/4416
A	A61	A61B8/469
A	A61	A61B8/54

Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)

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Field of Art

Medical imaging systems, specifically breast imaging technologies involving multi-modal image acquisition and compression techniques, requiring advanced knowledge of medical imaging, signal processing, and diagnostic imaging methodologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical imaging specialist with expertise in radiation and ultrasonic imaging, compression techniques, image processing algorithms, and understanding of diagnostic medical imaging protocols

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core imaging methodology, involving routine combinations of known imaging techniques and compression strategies that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking enhanced diagnostic capabilities.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Capturing medical images of breast with compression

PTD Variation

Capturing images with and without compression, generating composite images

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable variation using known image combination techniques to enhance diagnostic information, representing a standard design optimization approach in medical imaging

Source Patent Element

Imaging breast using different compression forces

PTD Variation

Dynamically adjusting compression force based on subject's body type and size

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine personalization of imaging parameters using known patient-specific adaptation strategies, representing an obvious improvement in diagnostic precision

Source Patent Element

Radiation-based breast imaging

PTD Variation

Hybrid imaging combining radiation and ultrasonic wave imaging modalities

Obviousness Reasoning

Well-known multi-modal imaging technique in medical diagnostics, representing a standard approach to improving diagnostic accuracy through complementary imaging technologies

Source Patent Element

Medical imaging system with processor-controlled image acquisition

PTD Variation

Incorporating AI algorithms for enhanced image analysis and real-time compression adjustment

Obviousness Reasoning

Predictable integration of machine learning techniques into existing imaging systems, representing an obvious technological progression in medical imaging

Source Patent Element

Single-modality breast imaging approach

PTD Variation

Generating comparative images highlighting differences between imaging states

Obviousness Reasoning

Routine image processing technique for enhancing diagnostic insights, representing a standard method of extracting additional clinical information from medical images

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857375 and the disclosed variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed medical imaging system techniques obvious, as the PTD demonstrates predictable combinations of known imaging methodologies that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking enhanced diagnostic capabilities through routine technological optimization.

Original Patent Information

Patent Number	US 11,857,375
Title	Medical imaging system
Assignee(s)	FUJI ELECTRIC CO., LTD.