18517105. ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT APPARATUS, ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM simplified abstract (NEC Corporation)
Contents
- 1 ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT APPARATUS, ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT APPARATUS, ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Original Abstract Submitted
ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT APPARATUS, ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT APPARATUS, ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18517105 titled 'ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT APPARATUS, ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION SUPPORT METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The endoscopic examination support apparatus described in the patent application uses captured images to estimate posture changes, distances, and intestinal tract directions of an endoscope camera during colon examinations. It then calculates the direction in which the camera should be directed and outputs this information to a display device for user decision-making support.
- Image acquisition means captures images during endoscope removal
- Posture change estimation means estimates relative posture change of endoscope camera
- Distance estimation means estimates distance between colon surface and camera
- Intestinal tract direction estimation means estimates colon direction based on posture change and distance
- Calculation means calculates camera direction based on intestinal tract direction and relative posture
- Output means displays camera direction on a display device
Potential Applications
This technology can be used in medical settings for endoscopic examinations, particularly in colonoscopies, to assist healthcare professionals in navigating the endoscope camera effectively.
Problems Solved
1. Improved visualization during endoscopic examinations 2. Enhanced accuracy in directing endoscope camera 3. Streamlined decision-making process for healthcare providers
Benefits
1. Increased efficiency in colon examinations 2. Reduced risk of errors in camera direction 3. Enhanced user experience for medical professionals
Potential Commercial Applications
Enhancing Endoscopic Examinations: Improving Healthcare Procedures with Advanced Technology
Original Abstract Submitted
In the endoscopic examination support apparatus, the image acquisition means acquires captured images during removal of an endoscope. The posture change estimation means estimates a relative posture change of an endoscope camera from the captured images. The distance estimation means estimates a distance between a surface of colon and the endoscope camera from the captured images. The intestinal tract direction estimation means estimates an intestinal tract direction of the colon based on the posture change and the distance. The calculation means calculates a direction in which the endoscope camera should be directed, based on the intestinal tract direction and the relative posture of the endoscope camera. The output means outputs a display image including the direction in which the endoscope camera should be directed, to a display device. The display image can be used for support such as user's decision making.
