20230145801. SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF VISUALIZING A MEDICAL DEVICE RELATIVE TO A TARGET simplified abstract (Covidien LP)

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SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF VISUALIZING A MEDICAL DEVICE RELATIVE TO A TARGET

Organization Name

Covidien LP

Inventor(s)

Evgeni Kopel of Barkan (IL)

Oren P. Weingarten of Hod-Hasharon (IL)

Ariel Birenbaum of Raanana (IL)

Michael E. Calcutt of Burnsville MN (US)

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF VISUALIZING A MEDICAL DEVICE RELATIVE TO A TARGET - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20230145801 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF VISUALIZING A MEDICAL DEVICE RELATIVE TO A TARGET

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes systems and methods for visualizing a tool relative to a lesion using fluoroscopic images. Here are the key points:

  • The system processes current fluoroscopic images to determine the locations and orientations of a tool and a lesion.
  • This is done by generating a 3D reconstruction of the fluoroscopic images or a subset of them.
  • The system then creates a 3D rendering based on the locations and orientations of the tool and the lesion.
  • The rendered image is displayed to provide a visual representation of the tool's position relative to the lesion.
  • The tool and lesion locations/orientations can be marked by a user in the 3D reconstruction or fluoroscopic images.
  • Alternatively, the system can segment the 3D reconstruction or fluoroscopic images to obtain the tool and lesion information.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Medical procedures: This system can be used during surgical or interventional procedures to help visualize the tool's position relative to a lesion, aiding in accurate placement and treatment.
  • Radiology: Radiologists can use this system to better understand the relationship between tools and lesions in fluoroscopic images, improving diagnosis and treatment planning.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Accurate visualization: By processing and rendering the fluoroscopic images, this system provides a clear and accurate visualization of the tool's position relative to the lesion.
  • Improved guidance: Surgeons and radiologists can use this system to guide their actions and make more informed decisions during procedures, leading to better outcomes.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Enhanced precision: The 3D rendering allows for a more precise understanding of the tool's position and orientation relative to the lesion, reducing the risk of errors.
  • Real-time visualization: The system can process current fluoroscopic images in real-time, providing immediate feedback to the user.
  • User-friendly interface: The user interface enables easy marking of tool and lesion locations/orientations, making it accessible to medical professionals with varying levels of expertise.


Original Abstract Submitted

systems and methods of visualizing a current view of a tool relative to a lesion by processing current fluoroscopic images from a current fluoroscopic sweep occurring after an initial fluoroscopic sweep. the processing includes determining the locations and/or orientations of a tool and a lesion in a current 3d reconstruction of the current fluoroscopic images or in a subset of the current fluoroscopic images, generating a 3d rendering based on the locations and/or orientations of the tool and the lesion, and displaying the 3d rendering. the locations and/or orientations of the tool and the lesion may be obtained from a user interface enabling a user to mark the current locations and/or orientations in the current 3d reconstruction or in a subset of the current fluoroscopic images, or by segmenting the current 3d reconstruction or a subset of the current fluoroscopic images.

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