18596812. ULTRASOUND PHANTOM AND METHOD OF PRODUCING ULTRASOUND PHANTOM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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ULTRASOUND PHANTOM AND METHOD OF PRODUCING ULTRASOUND PHANTOM
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ULTRASOUND PHANTOM AND METHOD OF PRODUCING ULTRASOUND PHANTOM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18596812 titled 'ULTRASOUND PHANTOM AND METHOD OF PRODUCING ULTRASOUND PHANTOM
The ultrasound phantom described in the patent application is made of a hydrogel containing water, a first polysaccharide with a glucose residue in the main chain, and a mannose residue and a glucuronic acid residue in the side chain, as well as a second polysaccharide with a mannose residue in the main chain and a galactose residue in the side chain. The hydrogel has a Young's modulus ranging from 0.1 kPa to 5.0 kPa.
- The ultrasound phantom includes a hydrogel with specific polysaccharides that give it unique properties.
- The hydrogel has a defined Young's modulus range suitable for ultrasound applications.
- The combination of polysaccharides in the hydrogel provides stability and flexibility for accurate ultrasound imaging.
- The design of the ultrasound phantom aims to improve the quality and reliability of ultrasound scans.
- The patent application focuses on the composition and characteristics of the hydrogel for ultrasound phantoms.
Potential Applications: - Medical training and education for ultrasound technicians - Quality control and calibration of ultrasound machines - Research and development in ultrasound technology
Problems Solved: - Lack of standardized ultrasound phantoms with specific material properties - Inconsistencies in ultrasound imaging due to phantom variability - Difficulty in accurately assessing ultrasound machine performance
Benefits: - Enhanced accuracy and reliability in ultrasound imaging - Improved training and education for ultrasound technicians - Consistent quality control measures for ultrasound machines
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Ultrasound Phantom for Enhanced Imaging Accuracy" This technology can be utilized in medical institutions, research facilities, and ultrasound equipment manufacturing companies to improve ultrasound imaging quality and reliability. The market implications include increased demand for standardized ultrasound phantoms and potential advancements in ultrasound technology.
Questions about Ultrasound Phantom Technology: 1. How does the composition of the hydrogel in the ultrasound phantom affect imaging quality? - The composition of the hydrogel influences the stability and flexibility of the phantom, which in turn impacts the accuracy of ultrasound imaging.
2. What are the specific advantages of using polysaccharides in the hydrogel for ultrasound phantoms? - Polysaccharides provide unique material properties that enhance the performance and reliability of ultrasound phantoms.
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is an ultrasound phantom including a hydrogel, wherein the hydrogel contains water, a first polysaccharide containing a glucose residue in a main chain thereof, and a mannose residue and a glucuronic acid residue in a side chain thereof, and a second polysaccharide containing a mannose residue in a main chain thereof and a galactose residue in a side chain thereof, and wherein the hydrogel has a Young's modulus of 0.1 kPa or more and 5.0 kPa or less.
