JP2009101073A - Ultrasonic imaging apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an ultrasonic imaging apparatus allowing an operator to sufficiently perform inspection such as measurement or the like at a clinical site without giving excessive information to a subject. <P>SOLUTION: In an examination of a subject 1, a first display 21 being observed by an operator 2 alone and a second display 22 being observed by the subject 1 alone are used, wherein the second display 22 is configured to display only a tomographic image of the subject so as to prevent the subject 1 from having the excessive information by the measurement or the like performed by the operator 2 using the tomographic image, and the operator 2 can sufficiently examine without taking account of the presence of the subject 1. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2009,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to an ultrasonic imaging apparatus that performs examinations such as various measurements while acquiring tomographic image information of a subject on a bedside.

  In recent years, with the enhancement of functionality of ultrasonic imaging apparatuses, various measurements are performed on acquired tomographic image information to improve diagnosis accuracy. For example, when a tumor is depicted in the displayed tomographic image, ROI (Region Of Interest) is set in the tumor portion, and the size of the tumor is measured (for example, non-patent) Reference 1).

On the other hand, along with the background of the time when information disclosure for a subject, for example, explanation or informative consent for treatment or diagnosis is strongly required, a tomographic image of an ultrasonic imaging apparatus acquired during an examination is displayed together with an operator. The subject is also visible. In this case, the same image is displayed on one or two displays, so that both the operator and the subject can see the common image. It is preferable for the subject to be able to visually check the test image at the clinical site because it has an effect of reducing anxiety associated with the test.
Edited by Japan Electronic Machinery Manufacturers Association, “Revised Medical Ultrasound Handbook”, Corona, January 20, 1997, p. 134-146

  However, according to the background art described above, excessive information is also given to the subject in the clinical field. That is, the subject also visually inspects various measurements using the tomographic image information performed by the operator, and may cause anxiety in some cases.

  For example, when an image of a tumor or the like is included in the tomographic image, the operator sets an ROI for the tumor portion and performs measurement. On the other hand, the subject sees this work in the same manner, and recognizes the position and size of the tumor. It is not preferable that the subject visually observes these examination processes because the subject may overestimate uncertain information before reaching the diagnosis.

  The operator can also perform examinations such as measurement using tomographic image information acquired separately after imaging the subject. In this case, the subject does not visually observe the examination process and does not give excessive information to the subject, but it is difficult for the operator to say that the examination is efficient.

  For these reasons, it is important how to realize an ultrasonic imaging apparatus that allows an operator to sufficiently perform examinations such as measurement at a clinical site without giving excessive information to the subject.

  The present invention has been made to solve the above-described problems caused by the background art, and an ultrasonic wave that allows an operator to sufficiently perform a test such as measurement in a clinical field without giving excessive information to a subject. An object is to provide an imaging device.

  In order to solve the above-described problems and achieve the object, an ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to a first aspect of the invention includes an image acquisition unit that acquires tomographic image information of a subject, and a plurality of tomographic image information that is displayed. And a display display control means for displaying different image information including the tomographic image information for each display.

  In the first aspect of the invention, the operator and the subject see different image information with reference to different displays.

  An ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to the invention of the second aspect is the ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to the first aspect, wherein an image acquisition unit that acquires tomographic image information of a subject and a plurality of the tomographic image information are provided. A display unit having a multi-view display for displaying in different directions, and display display control means for displaying different image information including the tomographic image information for each of the different directions.

  In the invention of the second aspect, the functions of a plurality of displays are made to function with one multi-view display.

  An ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to a third aspect of the invention controls an image acquisition unit that acquires tomographic image information of a subject, and display of examination information of the examination based on the tomographic image information and the tomographic image information An ultrasonic imaging apparatus comprising: an image display control unit for displaying; and a display unit for displaying the controlled image information, wherein the display unit includes a first display and a second display, and the image The display control unit includes a first display display control unit that controls image information displayed on the first display, and a part of the image information displayed on the first display on the second display. And a second display display control means for displaying information.

  In the invention according to the third aspect, the display unit positions the first display in the visual field range of the operator, the second display is positioned in the visual field range of the subject, and the image display control unit includes the first display unit. The display display control means controls the display on the first display, and the second display display control means causes the second display to display a part of the display image displayed on the first display.

  An ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to a fourth aspect of the invention is an ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to the third aspect, further comprising an input unit that selects whether to display the examination information on the second display. It is characterized by that.

  In the invention according to the fourth aspect, the operator selects whether or not to open the examination information to the subject.

  An ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to a fifth aspect of the invention is the ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to the third or fourth aspect, wherein the examination information is measured during the measurement performed using the tomographic image information. It includes the measurement information to be displayed.

  In the fifth aspect of the invention, the ROI and the like displayed during measurement for the subject are not displayed.

  An ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to a sixth aspect of the invention is the ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to any one of the third to fifth aspects, wherein the second display is connected to the ultrasonic imaging apparatus. It is characterized by not being connected.

  In the sixth aspect of the invention, the second display position is freely arranged by the operator regardless of the position of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus.

  An ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to a seventh aspect of the invention is the ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to the sixth aspect, further comprising a storage box for storing the second display.

  In the seventh aspect of the invention, the second display is moved along with the movement of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus.

  An ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to an eighth aspect of the invention is the ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to any one of the third to seventh aspects, wherein the second display display control means is controlled. The image processing apparatus includes a wireless transmission unit that wirelessly transmits image information to the second display.

  In the invention according to the eighth aspect, the position where the second display is arranged is more freely selected.

  An ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to a ninth aspect of the invention controls an image acquisition unit that acquires tomographic image information of a subject, and display of examination information of the examination based on the tomographic image information and the tomographic image information An ultrasonic imaging apparatus comprising: an image display control unit that performs control and a display unit that displays the controlled image information, wherein the display unit controls a viewing angle of the liquid crystal display and is different in two different directions A dual-view display that outputs an image, wherein the image display control unit controls a first display information control unit that controls first image information displayed in one direction of the dual-view display; and the dual-view display And a second display display control means for displaying part of the first image information in the other direction.

  In the ninth aspect of the invention, the functions of the two displays are made to function by a single dual view display.

  According to the present invention, in a clinical site, a subject does not see an examination such as measurement performed by an operator while referring to his / her tomographic image, and is not provided with excessive information. Can concentrate on the examination without worrying about the subject and perform a sufficient examination.

The best mode for carrying out an ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Note that the present invention is not limited thereby.
(Embodiment 1)

  First, the overall configuration of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 according to the first embodiment will be described. FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing the overall configuration of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 according to the first embodiment. The ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 includes a probe unit 101, a transmission / reception unit 102, an image processing unit 103, a cine memory unit 104, an image display control unit 105, a display unit 106, an input unit 107, and a control unit 108. The image display control unit 105 includes a first display display control unit 23 and a second display display control unit 24, and the display unit 106 includes two displays, a first display 21 and a second display 22. Including. Here, the probe unit 101, the transmission / reception unit 102, and the image processing unit 103 form an image acquisition unit.

  The probe unit 101 repeatedly irradiates ultrasonic waves in a specific direction of the imaging section of the subject 1 for transmitting and receiving ultrasonic waves, and repeatedly receives ultrasonic signals reflected from the inside of the subject 1. Received as sequential sound rays. The probe unit 101 performs electronic scanning while sequentially switching the irradiation direction of ultrasonic waves at the same time. In the probe unit 101, piezoelectric elements are arranged in an array.

  The transmission / reception unit 102 is connected to the probe unit 101 by a coaxial cable (cable), generates an electrical signal for driving the piezoelectric element of the probe unit 101, and performs first-stage amplification of the received ultrasonic signal.

  The image processing unit 103 renders a tomographic image from the ultrasonic signal amplified by the transmission / reception unit 102. For example, a cine memory unit 104 to be described later is used as image information in a B mode (mode), for example, by delay addition processing of received ultrasonic signals, A / D (analog / digital) conversion processing, and converted digital information. For example.

  The cine memory unit 104 is an image memory for storing B-mode image information and the like. In particular, the cine memory unit 104 stores B-mode image information and the like that change with time together with time information.

  The first display display control unit 23 and the second display display control unit 24 perform conversion of a display frame rate on image information such as B-mode image information generated by the image processing unit 103. The display image shape control and position control are performed. The first display display control unit 23 and the second display display control unit 24 also display and measure an ROI (region of interest) indicating a region of interest on the display image, and further display a measurement result. .

  The first display 21 and the second display 22 are configured using a liquid crystal display (display) or the like, and display frame rate conversion and tomographic image information whose shape and position are controlled by the image display control unit 105, Visible to the operator. Here, the first display 21 is mechanically connected to the main body of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100, whereas the second display 22 is mechanically connected to the main body of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100. The display position can be moved freely. The second display 22 is electrically connected to the main body of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 by a coaxial cable, and communication such as image information and a synchronization signal displayed thereby is performed.

  The input unit 107 includes a keyboard, a pointing device, and the like. An operator inputs an operation input signal for selecting a shooting mode such as a B mode, an imaging condition for performing imaging, and various measurements. The designated information is transmitted to the control unit 108. The input unit 107 performs position setting of the ROI located on the display image on the display and various measurements of the ROI position.

  The control unit 108 controls the operation of each unit of the above-described ultrasonic imaging apparatus based on the operation input signal given from the input unit 107 and the program (program) and data (data) stored in advance, and displays the B on the display unit 106. Display mode images. In particular, the control unit 108 performs display only on the first display 21 and displays on both the first display 21 and the second display 22 based on display selection information designated by the input unit. Make a selection of cases.

  When displaying only on the first display 21, the control unit 108 inputs image information only to the first display display control unit 23, and both the first display 21 and the second display 22 are input. When displaying, image information is input to both the first display display control unit 23 and the second display display control unit 24. When only the tomographic image information acquired by the image processing unit 103 is displayed on the second display 22 by the designation from the input unit, the control unit 108 displays only the tomographic image information on the second display display control unit 24. Write.

  FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram for explaining an environment in which the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 is used in a clinical field. The ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 is disposed beside a bed 11, and a self-supporting instrument 12 is also disposed at a position opposite to the arrangement position via the bed 11. In the bed 11, the subject 1 is laid on his / her back. An operator 2 is seated facing the first display 21 of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100, operates the operation panel of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 with the left hand, and is illustrated with the right hand. The probe unit 101 not to be held is held, and the probe unit 101 is brought into close contact with the subject 1 to acquire B-mode image information and the like.

  The self-supporting instrument 12 is a support tool for the second display 22 that stands upright on the floor, and the second display 22 is fixed so that the subject 1 can easily observe the display screen of the second display 22. Is done. The ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 and the second display 22 are electrically connected by a cable (not shown). The subject 1 is arranged so that the display screen of the first display 21 observed by the operator cannot be seen.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating the configuration of the first display display control unit 23 and the second display display control unit 24 of the image display control unit 105. The first display display control unit 23 includes a writing unit 31, an image memory 32, and a reading unit 33, and the second display display control unit 24 includes a writing unit 34, an image memory 35, and a reading unit 36.

  The image memories 32 and 35 are memories including information corresponding to image information displayed on the display screens of the first display 21 and the second display 22 on a one-to-one basis. The writing units 31 and 34 write the image information and the inspection information from the image processing unit 103, the cine memory unit 104, and the control unit 108 to the address positions of the image memories 32 and 35 designated by the control unit 108. The reading units 33 and 36 display an electrical signal designating a display position on the display screen of the first display 21 and the second display 22 and pixel value information of the image memories 32 and 35 corresponding to the display position. Output to. Since the image display control unit 105 has two display control units, different image information is read into the image memories 32 and 35 to output different images to the first display 21 and the second display 22. be able to.

  FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an operation panel of the input unit 107 where the operator 2 inputs examination information, scan information, and the like. The input unit 107 includes a keyboard 70, a TGC (Time Gain Controller) 71, a patient designation unit 72 including a new patient key, a track ball, an ROI setting and measurement, and the like. A dual display (dual display) selection unit 74 that is used when two displays of the measurement input unit 73, the first display 21, and the second display 22 are used simultaneously is included. The dual display selection unit 74 includes a display selection key 75 and an inspection information selection key 76.

  The keyboard 70 is used when inputting character information or numerical information. For example, the name, ID No., and the like of the subject 1 are used. (Identification No.) and the like. The TGC 71 adjusts the gain of the received ultrasonic signal in the depth direction. The patient designation unit 72 receives an input every time imaging is performed with a new patient. By this input, the name or IDNo. A memory area for storing the inspection information is secured in association with. The measurement input unit 73 performs setting of ROI, measurement of ROI area, measurement using pixel values in the ROI, and the like using a trackball or the like.

  The dual display selection unit 74 includes a display selection key 75 and an inspection information selection key 76, and selects whether to display image information on the second display 22 together with the first display 21. By pressing the display selection key 75, the operator can operate both the first display 21 and the second display 22 as display means for tomographic image information. At this time, the control unit 108 writes the tomographic image information in both the first display display control unit 23 and the second display display control unit 24.

  Further, the operator selects whether or not to display the inspection information on the second display 22 by pressing the inspection information selection key 76. When the examination information is not displayed on the second display 22, the control unit 108 sets only the tomographic image information as the image information to be written in the image memory 35 of the second display display control unit 24, and the examination information is written. Absent. Here, the examination information refers to information necessary for diagnosing the subject 1, and images such as ROI and measurement results displayed during various measurements performed using tomographic image information. It includes measurement information such as a measurement value indicating.

  Next, the operation of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 according to the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the operation of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100. First, the subject 1, the operator 2, and the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 are arranged as shown in FIG. The operator places the subject 1 on his / her back on the bed 11 (step S501), and places the main body of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 in a position near the head of the subject 1 so as to be parallel to the bed 11.

  Thereafter, the operator arranges the second display 22 (step S502). For example, the operator fixes the second display 22 to the self-supporting instrument 12 or the like. Here, the head of the subject 1 is positioned in front of the display screen of the second display 22. In such an arrangement, the subject 1 cannot observe the first display 21 as shown in FIG. On the other hand, the operator 2 cannot similarly observe the second display 22.

  Thereafter, the operator performs selection to display both the first display 21 and the second display 22 by the dual display selection unit 74, and performs imaging (step S503). At the same time, the operator presses the examination information selection key 76 so that only the tomographic image information is displayed on the second display 22. Then, the operator performs various measurements while observing the acquired tomographic image information (step S504), and ends this process.

  FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen displayed on the first display 21 and the second display 22 here. FIG. 6A is an example of a display screen displayed on the first display 21. On this display screen, information such as the tomographic image 61 and the ROI 62 and the ROI value 63 forming the examination information are displayed. For example, the ROI 62 is set in the tumor portion observed in the tomographic image 61, and the ROI value 63 that is a calculated value of the area of this region or the like is displayed on the display screen.

  FIG. 6B is an example of a display screen displayed on the second display 22. Only the tomographic image 61 is displayed on this display screen. Here, since the subject 1 observes only the display screen of the second display 22, the ROI 62 displayed on the first display 22 is referred to while referring to his / her tomographic image during imaging. Etc. cannot be observed. Therefore, the subject 1 can not see the measurement performed by the operator 2 while enjoying the satisfaction of viewing his / her tomographic image during imaging, and therefore recognizes information regarding the position of the tumor which is determined by setting the ROI. I can't.

  On the other hand, since the operator 2 does not visually observe the measurement of the tumor or the like using the tomographic image 61 performed during the imaging, the measurement as intended without worrying about the presence of the subject 1 is performed. Can be performed during imaging.

  As described above, in the first embodiment, in the examination of the subject 1, the first display 21 that only the operator 2 sees and the second display 22 that only the subject 1 sees are used, and the second display 22 is used. Since only the tomographic image of the subject 1 is displayed on the display 22, the operator 2 does not give excessive information to the subject 1 by the measurement using the tomographic image performed by the operator 2. A sufficient examination can be performed without worrying about the presence of the subject 1.

  In the first embodiment, the image display control unit 105 includes the two image memories 32 and 35 corresponding to the first display display control unit 23 and the second display display control unit 24. These two image memories can be used as one image memory. FIG. 7 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of the image display control unit 109 including one image memory 38. The image display control unit 109 corresponds to the image display control unit 105 shown in FIG. 3 and has the same function as the image display control unit 105. The image display control unit 109 includes a writing unit 37, an image memory 38, and reading units 39 and 40.

  Here, the first display display control unit 41 corresponding to the first display display control unit 23 shown in FIG. 3 includes a reading unit 40, an image memory 38, and a writing unit 37, and the second display shown in FIG. The second display display control unit 42 corresponding to the display control unit 24 includes a reading unit 39, an image memory 38, and a writing unit 37. Therefore, the first display display control unit 41 and the second display display control unit 42 share the writing unit 37 and the image memory 38 in terms of hardware. The reading unit 40 outputs image information to the first display 21, and the reading unit 39 outputs image information to the second display 22.

  In the image memory 38, image information output to the first display 21 and image information output to the second display 22 are stored in a predetermined memory area. Therefore, the reading units 40 and 39 can read out the image information output to the first and second displays 21 and 22 by performing reading from a predetermined memory area.

  In the first embodiment, the second display 22 that is not mechanically connected to the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 is used. However, the storage box that stores the second display 22 in the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100. Can also be provided. For example, by providing a storage box for storing the second display 22 and a self-supporting instrument for fixing the second display 22 on either side of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100, Mobility can be increased.

  In the first embodiment, the second display 22 uses the cable from the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 to receive the image information by wire. Instead, the second display 22 receives the image information by wireless. It can also be received. In this case, the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 100 is provided with wireless transmission means, and the second display 22 is provided with wireless reception means, and transmits and receives tomographic image information and the like.

In the first embodiment, the second display 22 displays only the tomographic image 61. However, information other than examination information that does not give anxiety to the subject 1, for example, scan information. It is also possible to display personal information such as time information and the name of the subject 1.
(Embodiment 2)

  By the way, in the first embodiment, the first and second displays are used to display different image information to the subject 1 and the operator 2, but a dual view liquid crystal panel is used. Thus, it is possible to display different images on each of the subject 1 and the operator 2 located in different directions using a single display.

  FIG. 8 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 110 according to the second embodiment. The ultrasonic imaging apparatus 110 includes a probe unit 101, a transmission / reception unit 102, an image processing unit 103, a cine memory unit 104, an image display control unit 115, a display unit 116, an input unit 107, and a control unit 108. Here, the probe unit 101, the transmission / reception unit 102, the image processing unit 103, the cine memory unit 104, the input unit 107, and the control unit 108 are the same as those in the first embodiment, and thus description thereof is omitted.

  The display unit 116 corresponds to the display unit 106 of the first embodiment, and includes a dual view display 51. The image display control unit 115 corresponds to the image display control unit 105 of the first embodiment, and includes a dual view display display control unit 52. The dual view display display control unit 52 has a hardware configuration similar to that of the first or second display display control units 23 and 24, and includes a single writing unit, an image memory, and a reading unit.

  The dual view display 51 controls the viewing angle of the display screen and displays different images in the left and right directions. FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram schematically showing the basic configuration and operation of the dual view display 51. The dual view display 51 includes a dual view liquid crystal 54 and a parallax barrier 53. The parallax barrier 53 is located on the display screen of the dual view liquid crystal 54 on the side viewed by the subject 1 or the operator 2.

  The parallax barrier 53 is a mask device for a display screen having gaps at regular intervals in the left-right direction. On the display screen in the left-right direction of the dual view liquid crystal 54, one piece of image information is displayed every other pixel, while the pixels located in the middle as shown by diagonal lines in FIG. Displays another piece of different image information.

  Here, by setting the size and repetition of the gap of the parallax barrier 53 to predetermined values, only blank pixels are viewed from the position of the subject 1 shown in FIG. Only the shaded pixels can be seen. On the other hand, the subject 1 and the operator 2 cannot see each other's images. The distance between the left and right observers is about 100 to 200 cm, and the distance between the left and right observers from the display screen is about 50 to 200 cm.

  FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram for explaining an environment in which the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 110 is used. The ultrasonic imaging apparatus 110 is disposed beside the bed 11. In the bed 11, the subject 1 is laid on his / her back. The subject 1 has its head positioned in the direction in which the operator 2 of the bed 11 is positioned. The operator 2 is seated facing the ultrasound imaging apparatus 110, and the display screen of the dual view display 51 is directed to the operator 2 so that both the subject 1 and the operator 2 can see from different angles. The state is inclined obliquely toward the specimen 1 side.

  The operator 2 operates the operation panel of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 110 with the left hand with respect to the main body of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 110 and holds the probe unit 101 (not shown) with the right hand. The B-mode image information and the like are acquired by being brought into close contact with the specimen 1.

  On the operator 2 side of the dual view display 51, the first image information including the tomographic image 61 is displayed together with the inspection information when performing various measurements as shown in FIG. On the other hand, only the tomographic image 61 as shown in FIG. 6B is displayed on the subject 2 side of the dual view display 51.

  Note that the dual view display display control unit 52 writes the image information displayed on the first display 21 in the first embodiment at every other pixel in the address area of the image memory indicating the horizontal direction of the display screen. The image information to be displayed on the second display 22 is written in a pixel between these pixels. In this case, the reading of the dual view display display control unit 52 can form display image information used in the dual view liquid crystal 54 by performing the same reading as the reading unit of the first embodiment.

  As described above, in the second embodiment, the dual view display 51 is used to display the display screen in the direction in which the operator 2 is located and the display screen in the direction in which the subject 1 is located on a single display. Since they are different from each other, an image that gives a sense of security to the subject 1 can be shown without adding a large amount of hardware to the ultrasonic imaging apparatus 110 and without delaying the examination of the operator 2.

  In the second embodiment, an example using the dual view display 51 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to the dual view that outputs different images in two different directions, and different images in three or more directions. An output multi-view display can also be used.

  In the second embodiment, the image in the direction viewed by the subject 1 of the dual view display 51 is composed of the tomographic image 61 of the subject 1. It can also be an image.

  Further, in the second embodiment, the dual view display 51 having the operation principle shown in FIG. 9 is used. However, since the display on this principle has a narrow viewable viewing angle, the image on the display screen has a specific direction. Visual observation is possible only from. By using this display instead of the first display 21 shown in the first embodiment, it is possible to prevent inspection information such as measurement performed by the operator 2 from being looked into by the subject 1.

It is a block diagram which shows the whole structure of an ultrasonic imaging device. FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a use environment of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment. 2 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration of an image display control unit according to the first embodiment; FIG. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an operation panel of the input unit according to the first embodiment. 3 is a flowchart showing the operation of the ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to the first embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the display screen displayed on a 1st display and a 2nd display. It is a block diagram which shows another structure of an image display control part. 3 is a block diagram illustrating an overall configuration of an ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to a second embodiment. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure and operation | movement of a dual view display. FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an environment in which an ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to a second embodiment is used.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Subject 2 Operator 11 Bed 12 Self-supporting instrument 21 1st display 22 2nd display 23, 41 1st display display control part 24, 42 2nd display display control part 31, 34, 37 Writing part 32, 35 , 38 Image memory 33, 36, 39, 40 Reading unit 51 Dual view display 52 Dual view display display control unit 53 Parallax barrier 54 Dual view liquid crystal 61 Tomographic image 63 ROI value 70 Keyboard 72 Patient designation unit 73 Measurement input unit 74 Dual display Selection unit 75 Display selection key 76 Inspection information selection key 100, 110 Ultrasound imaging device 101 Probe unit 102 Transmission / reception unit 103 Image processing unit 104 Cine memory units 105, 109, 115 Image display control units 106, 116 Display unit 107 ON Force unit 108 Control unit

Claims (9)

An image acquisition unit for acquiring tomographic image information of the subject;
A display unit having a plurality of displays for displaying the tomographic image information;
An ultrasonic imaging apparatus comprising: a display display control unit that displays different image information including the tomographic image information for each display. An image acquisition unit for acquiring tomographic image information of the subject;
A display unit having a multi-view display for displaying the tomographic image information in a plurality of different directions;
An ultrasonic imaging apparatus comprising: a display display control unit that displays different image information including the tomographic image information for each of the different directions. An image acquisition unit for acquiring tomographic image information of the subject;
An image display control unit that controls display of examination information of the examination based on the tomographic image information and the tomographic image information;
A display for displaying the controlled image information;
An ultrasonic imaging apparatus comprising:
The display unit includes a first display and a second display,
The image display control unit includes: a first display display control unit that controls image information displayed on the first display; and one of the image information displayed on the first display on the second display. Second display display control means for displaying the information of the part;
An ultrasonic imaging apparatus comprising:   The ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to claim 3, further comprising an input unit that selects whether to display the examination information on the second display.   The ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to claim 3 or 4, wherein the examination information includes measurement information displayed during measurement performed using the tomographic image information.   The ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to claim 3, wherein the second display is not mechanically connected to the ultrasonic imaging apparatus.   The ultrasonic imaging apparatus according to claim 6, wherein the ultrasonic imaging apparatus includes a storage box that stores the second display.   The said 2nd display display control means is provided with the wireless transmission means which transmits the said controlled image information to the said 2nd display by radio | wireless, The Claim 1 thru | or 7 characterized by the above-mentioned. Ultrasonic imaging device. An image acquisition unit for acquiring tomographic image information of the subject;
An image display control unit that controls display of examination information of the examination based on the tomographic image information and the tomographic image information;
A display for displaying the controlled image information;
An ultrasonic imaging apparatus comprising:
The display unit has a dual view display that controls the viewing angle of the liquid crystal display and outputs different images in two different directions,
The image display control unit includes a first display display control unit configured to control first image information displayed in one direction of the dual view display, and the first image information in another direction of the dual view display. And a second display display control means for displaying a part of the information.

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