Abstract: A system (10) for personalization of patient pathways and treatment options includes a patient information database (32) which stores patient data relating to a patient's medical records. A patient personalization system (12) receives the patient's lifestyle values and preferences and evaluates choices of pathways and treatments and a clinical decision support system (18) generates choices of pathways and treatments from the patient data and the patient's lifestyle values and preferences.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system for producing a representation of an object in image data, based on a template coupled to a model of the object, the system comprising a model unit for adapting the model to the object in the image data, and a template unit for adapting the template to the adapted model on the basis of the coupling between the template and the model. The template defines a representation of the object which is simpler to interpret than the model. Because the template of the invention is coupled to the model, the position, orientation and/or shape of the template is determined by the model adapted to the object in the image data. Hence, the template is adapted to the image data. The adapted template is capable of representing the object and its individual characteristics.

Abstract: Cache controller (120) for use in a system (180) comprising an image client (100) and an image server (140), the image client enabling a user to navigate through image data having at least three spatial dimensions by displaying views of the image data that are obtained from the image server in dependence on navigation requests of the user, and the cache controller comprising a processor (122) configured for obtaining content data indicative of a content shown in a current view of the image client (100), the current view representing a first viewpoint in the three spatial dimensions of the image data, the processor being further configured for predicting a view request of the image client in dependence on the content data, the view request corresponding to a view representing a second viewpoint in the three spatial dimensions of the image data, and a communication means (124) for obtaining the view from the image server in dependence on the view request, and for caching the view in a cache (130).

Abstract: A system for displaying a set of interrelated objects comprises an initializer (1) for identifying a plurality of interrelated objects, a first information filter (2) for selecting a first subset of the plurality of interrelated objects for display based on a first information filter setting, a first displayer (3) for displaying the first subset of the plurality of interrelated objects on a first display area, a user interface (7) for enabling a user to select a region of the first display area for enlargement by visually indicating the region in the first display area, wherein the user can select the region independently of locations of the displayed objects in the first display area, a second information filter (4) for selecting a second subset of the plurality of interrelated objects for display based on a second information filter setting, wherein the second information filter is arranged for selecting objects corresponding to the selected region with an increased level of information detail compared to t

Abstract: Image processing apparatus 110 for processing a medical image, comprising an input 120 for obtaining the medical image 122 and medical data 124, the medical image constituting a field of view in three-dimensional [3D] patient data, and the medical data showing an anatomical context of a content of the field of view, an output 130 for providing an output image 160 comprising the medical image and a visualization of the medical data, the medical data constituting non-patient specific medical data, and the imaging processing apparatus further comprising a processor 140 for (i) performing an image alignment between the medical image and the medical data for obtaining a transformation providing a position of the content with respect to its anatomical context, and (ii) using the transformation for establishing a graphical representation of the field of view in the visualization of the medical data at said position.

Abstract: A method includes obtaining image data for a patient. The image data corresponds to acquisition data from an imaging acquisition from a set of planned image acquisitions in an examination plan for the patient. The method further includes analyzing the image data with a processor based on an imaging practice guideline and producing electronically formatted data indicative of the analysis. The processor generates a signal indicative of a recommendation of a change to the examination plan based on the data indicative of the analysis.

Abstract: A magnetic resonance imaging scan using a MR scanner receives via a user interface a MR imaging protocol categorizable into a MR scan type of a predefined set of MR scan types. Further, a database is queried by providing to the database scan information permitting the database to identify the MR scan type of the MR imaging protocol. Statistical information on the MR scan type which can include statistics on modifications of individual scan parameters of the MR scan type is received from a database, and the statistical information is provided to the user interface. Modifications of the MR imaging protocol can be received from the user interface, resulting in a modified MR imaging protocol, according to which the MR imaging scan can be performed.

Abstract: A system (100) for displaying a multi-dimensional image and an annotation located therein, the system comprising receiving means (110) for receiving: the multi-dimensional image, the annotation, and representation data associated with the annotation, the representation data being indicative of a preferred representation of the multi-dimensional image and the annotation located therein; display means (130) for displaying an initial representation (300) of the multi-dimensional image and the annotation located therein; input means (120) for enabling a user to provide a visualization request when the initial representation shows at least a first part (310) of the annotation; and the display means (130) being arranged for, after receiving the visualization request, displaying the preferred representation (400) of the multi-dimensional image and the annotation located therein in accordance with the representation data, the preferred representation showing at least a second part (410) of the annotation, the second

Abstract: An interactive image analysis system includes an image visualization subsystem (1) for visualizing an image (8). An indicated position determiner (2) is arranged for determining an indicated position of a pointing device with respect to the image(8). A result determiner (3) is arranged for determining a result of a local image processing of the image (8) at the indicated position. A display subsystem (4) displays either at least part of the result of the local image processing (406) or a visible mark (407), based on the image processing result. The result of the local image processing is indicative of the presence or absence of an object (403) at or near the indicated position (404, 405), and the display subsystem (4) is arranged for displaying the visible mark (407) in the absence of such an object (403) at or near the indicated position (405).

Abstract: A method includes obtaining electronically formatted information about previously performed imaging procedures, classifying the information into groups of protocols based on initially selected protocols for the previously performed imaging procedures and generating data indicative thereof, identifying deviations between the classified information and the corresponding initially selected protocols for the previously performed imaging procedures, and generating a signal indicative of the deviations. A method includes recommending at least one of a plurality of protocols for an imaging procedure based on at least one of a score, a probability, or a pre-determined rule, which is based on extracted medical concepts from patient information and extracted medical concepts from previously imaged patient information, and generating a signal indicative of the recommendation.

Abstract: A system (10) for personalization of patient pathways and treatment options includes a patient information database (32) which stores patient data relating to a patient's medical records. A patient personalization system (12) receives the patient's life-style values and preferences and evaluates choices of pathways and treatments and a clinical decision support system (18) generates choices of pathways and treatments from the patient data and the patient's lifestyle values and preferences.

Abstract: A clinical decision support system is disclosed, comprising pathway models (1) for at least a class of medical conditions defined in respect of a first dictionary and first semantics (13) matching a need of groups of users having different roles in respect of a clinical workflow. A pathway generator (5) generates a first representation (6) of a patient specific clinical pathway in accordance with the source model. A pathway translator (7) translates the first representation (6) of the patient specific clinical pathway into a corresponding second representation (8) of the patient specific clinical pathway in accordance with the target model, using the mapping model (3) to map elements of the first representation (6) into corresponding elements of the second representation (8).

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for processing images by means of a series of user interactions. When processing an image, the user follows a series of interactions. Preferably, this is standardized to ensure reproducibility and accuracy. However, the series of interactions required from the user may be dependent on the needs of the user, the image being processed or even on the preferences of the user. The invention provides an apparatus which can deal with complex image processing requirements, providing both a standardized series of steps, or trail, in the image visualization process, and allowing the user to deviate from this standard trail if required. This accelerates and simplifies the interaction necessary when the user performs a known task on a different image.

Abstract: Image processing apparatus 110 for processing a medical image, comprising an input 120 for obtaining the medical image 122 and medical data 124, the medical image constituting a field of view in three-dimensional [3D] patient data, and the medical data showing an anatomical context of a content of the field of view, an output 130 for providing an output image 160 comprising the medical image and a visualization of the medical data, the medical data constituting non-patient specific medical data, and the imaging processing apparatus further comprising a processor 140 for (i) performing an image alignment between the medical image and the medical data for obtaining a transformation providing a position of the content with respect to its anatomical context, and (ii) using the transformation for establishing a graphical representation of the field of view in the visualization of the medical data at said position.

Abstract: A system for creating a personalized patient pathway is described. An initial patient pathway obtainer (1) is used for obtaining an initial patient pathway for a patient. A constraints obtainer (2) is applied for obtaining a set of constraints (7) on the patient pathway. A change indication module (3) is used for enabling a user to indicate a change to the patient pathway. A patient pathway updater (4) serves for generating an updated patient pathway (8), based on the initial patient pathway, the indication of the change, and the set of constraints (7). The initial patient pathway obtainer (1) is arranged for generating the initial patient pathway, based on a clinical guideline (5) and/or a patient parameter (6).

Abstract: A system for generating information relating to a course of a procedure is described. A current position determiner (1) is arranged for determining a current position in a guideline (11), the current position corresponding to a status of a procedure in respect of a subject. A pathway generator (2) is arranged for generating a pathway (13) through the guideline (11), indicative of a course of the procedure. A narrative generator (3) is arranged for generating a narrative (14) describing at least part of the pathway (13) in a natural language. The narrative (14) generated by the narrative generator (3) describes an imaginary subject undergoing a similar procedure as the subject. A probability unit (4) is arranged for establishing a probability associated with an aspect of the pathway (13).

Abstract: A method includes obtaining image data for a patient. The image data corresponds to acquisition data from an imaging acquisition from a set of planned image acquisitions in an examination plan for the patient. The method further includes analyzing the image data with a processor based on an imaging practice guideline and producing electronically formatted data indicative of the analysis. The processor generates a signal indicative of a recommendation of a change to the examination plan based on the data indicative of the analysis.

Abstract: A system for displaying a set of interrelated objects comprises an initializer (1) for identifying a plurality of interrelated objects, a first information filter (2) for selecting a first subset of the plurality of interrelated objects for display based on a first information filter setting, a first displayer (3) for displaying the first subset of the plurality of interrelated objects on a first display area, a user interface (7) for enabling a user to select a region of the first display area for enlargement by visually indicating the region in the first display area, wherein the user can select the region independently of locations of the displayed objects in the first display area, a second information filter (4) for selecting a second subset of the plurality of interrelated objects for display based on a second information filter setting, wherein the second information filter is arranged for selecting objects corresponding to the selected region with an increased level of information detail compared to t

Abstract: A method includes obtaining electronically formatted information about previously performed imaging procedures, classifying the information into groups of protocols based on initially selected protocols for the previously performed imaging procedures and generating data indicative thereof, identifying deviations between the classified information and the corresponding initially selected protocols for the previously performed imaging procedures, and generating a signal indicative of the deviations. A method includes recommending at least one of a plurality of protocols for an imaging procedure based on at least one of a score, a probability, or a pre-determined rule, which is based on extracted medical concepts from patient information and extracted medical concepts from previously imaged patient information, and generating a signal indicative of the recommendation.

Abstract: Provided herein is a system and method for performing a magnetic resonance imaging scan using a MR scanner. The method can comprise receiving via a user interface a MR imaging protocol categorizable into a MR scan type of a predefined set of MR scan types. Further, the method can comprise querying a database by providing to the database scan information permitting the database to identify the MR scan type of the MR imaging protocol. The method can further comprise receiving from the database statistical information on the MR scan type which can include statistics on modifications of individual scan parameters of the MR scan type, and providing the statistical information to the user interface. Modifications of the MR imaging protocol can be received from the user interface, resulting in a modified MR imaging protocol, according to which the MR imaging scan can be performed.