20240050072. METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PERFORMING SPECTRAL DOPPLER IMAGING simplified abstract (FUJIFILM SonoSite, Inc.)

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METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PERFORMING SPECTRAL DOPPLER IMAGING

Organization Name

FUJIFILM SonoSite, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Zoran Banjanin of Bellevue WA (US)

Andrew Lundberg of Seattle WA (US)

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PERFORMING SPECTRAL DOPPLER IMAGING - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240050072 titled 'METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PERFORMING SPECTRAL DOPPLER IMAGING

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an ultrasound imaging system that performs spectral Doppler processing by considering the physiological cycle of a subject. In one embodiment, gaps in the spectral Doppler signal are filled by analyzing changes in the signal caused by the physiological cycle. The spectral Doppler data are scaled to fit with the data before and after a gap. The firing order of an interleaved imaging mode can also be adjusted to ensure uninterrupted spectral Doppler imaging during specific portions of the physiological cycle.

  • The system analyzes changes in the spectral Doppler signal caused by a physiological cycle.
  • Gaps in the spectral Doppler signal are filled by scaling the data to fit with the surrounding data.
  • The firing order of the imaging mode can be adjusted to avoid interruptions during specific portions of the physiological cycle.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Medical imaging: The ultrasound imaging system can be used in various medical applications, such as cardiovascular imaging, to accurately assess blood flow and detect abnormalities.
  • Research: The system can aid researchers in studying the physiological cycle and its impact on spectral Doppler signals, leading to a better understanding of various physiological processes.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Gap filling: The system addresses the issue of gaps in the spectral Doppler signal caused by the physiological cycle, ensuring a more complete and accurate representation of the data.
  • Interruptions during imaging: By adjusting the firing order of the imaging mode, the system prevents interruptions in spectral Doppler imaging during specific portions of the physiological cycle, improving the overall imaging experience.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Improved accuracy: By filling gaps in the spectral Doppler signal, the system provides a more comprehensive and accurate representation of blood flow and physiological processes.
  • Uninterrupted imaging: The ability to adjust the firing order of the imaging mode ensures uninterrupted spectral Doppler imaging during critical portions of the physiological cycle, enhancing the reliability of the system.


Original Abstract Submitted

an ultrasound imaging system performs spectral doppler processing in a manner that considers a physiological cycle of a subject. in one embodiment, gaps in a spectral doppler signal are filled taking by a processor that analyzes changes in the spectral doppler signal caused by a physiological cycle. spectral doppler data are scaled to fit with the data occurring before and after a gap. the firing order of an interleaved imaging mode can also be adjusted so that spectral doppler imaging is not interrupted during pre-defined or user defined portions of a physiological cycle.