JP2009106531A - Operation support apparatus and operation support method for medical apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an operation support apparatus capable of displaying a hardware image imitating an operation part on a monitor screen and performing display so as to identify what is an operation item to be operated next during the operation training of a medical apparatus. <P>SOLUTION: The operation support apparatus includes: an operation part provided with a plurality of operation members and capable of controlling the medical apparatus in response to the operation of the operation members; a display part capable of displaying an image photographed in the medical apparatus; a hardware image generation part for displaying the hardware image imitating the operation part at the display part in response to the start of the operation training of the medical apparatus; and a control part for recognizing the operation item to be operated next when one of the operation members is operated during the operation training, and guiding and displaying the operation member to be operated next in the hardware image. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2009,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to an operation support device for a medical device, and more particularly to an operation support device and an operation support method that support training for learning a method for operating a medical device.

  Conventionally, in medical equipment such as an X-ray CT apparatus, an X-ray circulatory diagnosis apparatus, and an MRI apparatus, image diagnosis is performed by a computer, and diagnosis and analysis are performed while referring to image data obtained by imaging a subject, and examination We perform examination, treatment for person.

  Also, recent medical devices have become more multifunctional and the operation methods have become more complicated, and in order to make use of the functions of the medical devices, it is necessary for users (doctors, engineers, etc.) to master the operation methods. For this reason, it is necessary for the user to learn how to operate the medical device and to acquire sufficient training so that it can be operated smoothly.

  Medical device operation training is usually performed using an instruction manual or the like, but the operation is complicated because the operation unit is moved back and forth between the operation unit and the instruction manual.

  In addition, there is an example in which a training application is separately prepared and an educational image is displayed on the monitor. However, since the captured image is covered, there is a possibility that the operation of the medical device may be hindered. Moreover, when actually using a hardware device, it is necessary to learn the operation method while watching the monitor and the hardware device alternately, so there is a problem that it takes time to master.

Patent Document 1 describes an image diagnostic apparatus that enables a beginner to proceed with necessary work according to a procedure. In the example of Patent Document 1, a series of work procedures from preparation to end related to collection and display of medical images is displayed graphically in a work flowchart, and is not suitable for operation training of the operation unit. .
Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2001-397

  Conventionally, various kinds of training have been required to master the operation of medical equipment, but training while looking at an instruction manual or the like is cumbersome and takes time. Also, even in the case of training by displaying educational images on a monitor, if you actually operate using hardware devices, learn how to operate while watching the monitor and hardware devices alternately. There was a problem that it took time to do.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and displays a hardware image simulating an operation unit on a monitor screen during operation training of a medical device, and an operation item to be operated next on the hardware image. It is an object of the present invention to provide an operation support apparatus and operation support method for a medical device that can efficiently perform operation training by displaying what is identified.

  The present invention according to claim 1 is an operation support apparatus for a medical device having an imaging unit that images a subject, and has a plurality of operation members, and controls the medical devices in response to operations of the operation members A display unit capable of displaying an image captured by the imaging unit, and a hardware image simulating the operation unit on the display unit in response to the start of operation training of the medical device. A hardware image generation unit for determining the operation item to be operated next when any of the operation members is operated during the operation training, and guiding the operation member to be operated next to the hardware image And a control unit for displaying.

  According to a tenth aspect of the present invention, there is provided an operation support apparatus for a medical device having an imaging unit for imaging a subject, the medical device having a plurality of operation members, and in response to an operation of the operation member. In response to the start of operation training of the medical device, a hardware image simulating the operation unit is displayed on the display unit. A hardware image generation unit for displaying, and when any of the operation members is operated during the operation training, an operation item to be operated next is determined, and the operation member to be operated next on the hardware image And a control unit that controls the operation member to be operated next among the plurality of operation members of the operation unit so as to be identifiable.

  Furthermore, the present invention according to claim 11 is an operation support method for a medical device having an imaging unit for imaging a subject, the device having a plurality of operation members, wherein the medical device is operated in response to an operation of the operation members. In response to the start of the operation training of the medical device, a hardware image simulating the operation unit is displayed on the display unit, and any one of the operation members is operated during the operation training. Then, the operation item to be operated next is determined, and the operation member to be operated next is guided and displayed on the hardware image.

  According to the present invention, in the operation training of medical equipment, the operation of the operation unit can be supported through the monitor screen, and the next operation can be instructed through the operation unit itself, so that the training is efficiently performed. Can learn the operation method in a short period of time.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

 FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram illustrating the overall configuration of an operation support apparatus for a medical device according to the present invention. In the following description, an X-ray circulatory diagnostic apparatus will be described as an example of a medical apparatus. However, as the medical apparatus of the present invention, other image diagnostic apparatuses such as an X-ray CT apparatus and an MRI apparatus can be used. .

  In the configuration of FIG. 1, a room divided into an examination room 1 and an operation room 2 is provided. The space between the examination room 1 and the operation room 2 is shielded by lead glass, and the examination room 1 is provided with an X-ray cardiovascular diagnostic device 100 (hereinafter, abbreviated as the X-ray diagnostic device 100) as a medical device. .

  The X-ray diagnosis apparatus 100 includes a C arm 110 to which an imaging unit including an X-ray generation unit and an X-ray detection unit is attached, a bed 120 for placing a subject, and further operates the C arm 110 and the like. An operation handle 130 is provided. The examination room 1 is provided with a plurality (three in this example) of monitors 140. Details of the C-arm, bed, operation handle, etc. will be described later.

  The operation room 2 includes a main console 210 that supports operations in the examination room 1 from the operation room. Further, an inspection support system console including a keyboard 220 and a mouse 230 is provided. A plurality (three in this example) of monitors 240 are provided.

  The monitor 140 in the examination room 1 and the monitor 240 in the operation room 2 include a fluoroscopic monitor, a reference monitor, and a system monitor, respectively. The system monitor in the operation room 2 includes a computer 220 (Personal Computer). Details of the main console 210 and the like will be described later.

  FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the configuration of the X-ray diagnostic apparatus 100.

  In the X-ray diagnostic apparatus 100, an X-ray generation unit 11 and an X-ray detection unit 12 are held facing a C arm 110, and the C arm 110 is supported by a stand 14 via an arm support unit 13. The portion including the X-ray generation unit 11 and the X-ray detection unit 12 constitutes an imaging unit.

  Further, a bed 120 is arranged with respect to the C arm 110, and a subject (not shown) is placed on the top 15 of the bed 120, and the position and height of the top 15 can be controlled. . As a result, the C-arm 110 is relatively movable along the body axis direction of the subject and is rotatable in the direction of the arrow a along the periphery of the subject. The imaging unit (X-ray generation unit 11 and X-ray detection unit 12) can be slid and rotated in the direction of arrow b.

  The X-ray generation unit 11 includes an X-ray irradiation unit including an X-ray tube and an X-ray diaphragm. The X-ray detection unit 12 includes a flat panel detector, a means for converting the electric charge read from the flat panel detector into a voltage, a means for converting the output after conversion into a voltage into a digital signal, and the like. Generated X-ray projection data is generated.

  The X-ray projection data is processed by an image data generation unit (not shown), fluoroscopic image data is generated, and the fluoroscopic image data is displayed on the monitor 140.

  The monitor 140 is attached to the ceiling, and includes, for example, a fluoroscopic monitor 16, a reference monitor 17, and a system monitor 18.

  Further, an operation handle 130 constituting an operation unit is attached to the bed 120. By operating the operation handle 130, control of the height position of the top plate 15, control of movement / rotation of the C arm 110, X Various controls such as adjustment of the irradiation range of the line and display control of the monitor 140 can be performed.

  The C arm 110 is supported by the stand 14 placed on the floor. However, the C arm 110 may be an X-ray diagnostic apparatus 100 of the type in which the C arm 110 is movably installed on the ceiling.

  FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing an example of various devices arranged in the operation room 2.

  In FIG. 3, reference numeral 210 denotes a main console that constitutes an operation unit, which controls equipment in the examination room 1 from the operation room 2. The main console 210 includes an operation button 21 for performing various adjustments and controls, a switch 22, a dial 23, and the like. Moreover, the speaker 24 is incorporated.

  The keyboard 220 includes a plurality of keys 25, and the keyboard 220 and the mouse 230 constitute a system console. Furthermore, the monitor 240 includes a fluoroscopic monitor 26, a reference monitor 27, and a system monitor 28. The keyboard 220, the mouse 230, and the system monitor 28 configure a computer device.

  FIG. 4 is a plan view showing an example of the operation handle 130 of the X-ray diagnostic apparatus 100. Various operation members such as operation buttons and levers are provided on the operation handle 130, and some operation members will be described.

  The stick 31 is used to operate the rotation of the C-arm 110, the operation button 32 is used to slide the X-ray generation unit 11 and the X-ray detection unit 12, and the operation button 33 is used to move the top plate 15 up and down. It is something to move.

  The emergency stop button 34 is a button for stopping the operation of the bed 120 or the like in an emergency, and the menu operation lever 35 is used when performing a cursor operation on the fluoroscopic monitor 16 or the reference monitor 17 or selecting a menu. The image reproduction lever 36 is used when the collected image is reproduced, stopped, or frame-advanced. The image file switching button 37 is used for switching image files.

  Further, the function buttons 38 are assigned with functions set at the time of system installation, and are self-luminous buttons. The operation lever 39 is used to adjust the X-ray diaphragm, and the adjustment lever 40 is used to adjust the X-ray irradiation range.

  Further, the switching button 41 switches the size of the input surface in the X-ray detection unit 12, and the timer reset button 42 is used to reset the time of the fluoroscopic timer. The auto positioning setting button 43 is a button for setting the position of the top board 15 to a preset position, and is a button capable of self light emission.

  Although the various controls described above can be executed by operating the operation handle 130, the devices in the examination room 1 can be controlled from the operation room 2 by operating the main console 210 in FIG. Can do.

  Next, features of the present invention will be described.

  In the present invention, when a user (doctor, engineer, etc.) unfamiliar with the operation of the X-ray diagnostic apparatus 100 performs operation training, a hardware image imitating the operation handle 130 and the main console 210 constituting the operation unit is created. Are displayed on the monitors 140 and 240, respectively.

  Further, according to the operation of the operation handle 130 and the main console 210, which operation button or operation lever to be operated next is displayed on the hardware image in an identifiable manner, and the operation handle 130 and the main console 210 are displayed. The operation unit itself of the console 210 is provided with means for informing which operation button or operation lever to be operated next, and supports operation training.

  FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing an embodiment of an operation support apparatus 500 for supporting the above-described operation training.

  In FIG. 5, reference numeral 51 denotes a system control unit that controls the entire operation support apparatus 500 and can be connected to an external device via the communication network 52. Furthermore, the operation support apparatus 500 includes a display unit 53 that displays an operation screen, and a hardware control unit 54. The display unit 53 corresponds to the fluoroscopic monitor 16 or the reference monitor 17 in FIG. 2 or the fluoroscopic monitor 26 or the reference monitor 27 in FIG. The display unit 53 can display an image for a user interface (UI) (hereinafter referred to as a UI image).

  Further, the system control unit 51 is connected to the image composition unit 55 and the education control unit 56, and the image composition unit 55 is connected to the UI image generation unit 57 and the hardware image generation unit 58. The hardware image generation unit 58 is also connected to the education control unit 56.

  The image composition unit 55 semi-transparently synthesizes the hardware image generated by the hardware image generation unit 58 with the UI image from the UI image generation unit 57. The hardware image is an image imitating the operation handle 130 and the main console 210, and is displayed as a sub-screen on the UI image.

  On the other hand, the hardware control unit 54 is connected to the operation unit 60. The operation unit 60 includes a light emitting unit 61, a lever 62, a dial 63, a speaker 64, a keyboard 65, a mouse 66, and the like.

  The light emitting unit 61, the lever 62, and the dial 63 of the operation unit 60 correspond to various operation members provided on the main console 210 and the operation handle 130. When any of the operation members is operated, the hardware The operation content is transmitted to the control unit 54.

  The light emitting unit 61 corresponds to a button capable of self-light emission. In the example of FIG. 4, for example, the function button 38 and the auto positioning setting button 43 correspond to the light emitting unit 61. The speaker 64 corresponds to the speaker 24 of the main console 210 in FIG. 3, and the keyboard 65 and the mouse 66 correspond to the keyboard 220 and the mouse 230 shown in FIG.

  The control unit for education 56 determines the current operation status based on the user operation status input from the system control unit 51, grasps the next operation item, and determines what operation member is to be operated next. The guidance is displayed on the hardware image. In addition, the educational control unit 56 controls each operation member to be identifiable via the system control unit 51 and the hardware control unit 54 in order to prompt each operation member of the operation unit 60 to perform the next operation.

  The system control unit 51, the hardware control unit 54, and the education control unit 56 constitute a control unit of the operation support apparatus 500. Further, the operation support apparatus 500 in FIG. 5 is configured in, for example, the computer apparatus 250 in FIG.

  Next, the operation of the operation support apparatus for a medical device according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS.

  The operation support apparatus 500 of the present invention displays a UI image 71 as shown in FIG. 6 and a hardware image 74 that supports training, for example, on the fluoroscopic monitor 16 (or the fluoroscopic monitor 26).

  For example, when training the operation of the operation handle 130, a hardware image 74 simulating the operation handle 130 is displayed on the UI image 71 in a semi-transparent manner.

  As the UI image 71, in addition to the fluoroscopic image 72 of the subject obtained by imaging, various information 73 at the time of examination (for example, information on the position and angle of the C arm, information on the height position of the bed 120, etc.) is displayed. Is done.

  In actual training, it is preferable to perform imaging using an experimental subject that simulates the subject. Alternatively, if a simulation image of a captured image is prepared and the captured image changes according to the operation of the operation unit (for example, the operation handle 130), it is possible to train with a sense of reality.

  On the other hand, the hardware image 74 includes auxiliary images 75 representing various operation members of the operation handle 130. When the operation handle 130 is actually operated, the hardware control unit 54 confirms the operation result. The education control unit 56 determines the next operation item in cooperation with the system control unit 51, blinks the auxiliary image 75 of the operation member to be operated next, and displays the guidance to the user. The display is not limited to blinking, and may be displayed in a display form that can be identified by the user (for example, displayed in a specific color).

  FIG. 6 shows an example in which an auxiliary image 751 corresponding to one of the auto-positioning setting buttons 43 of the operation handle 130 is blinking, and the user can know which button should be operated next. .

  In general, when imaging a subject using the X-ray diagnostic apparatus 100, since the operation procedure is roughly determined, if the current operation content can be confirmed, it is possible to determine what should be operated next. The control unit 51 and the education control unit 56 can grasp the next operation item according to the operation procedure.

  In addition, the hardware control unit 54 controls the various operation members of the operation handle 130 such as light emission and vibration, and notifies which operation member should be operated next. For example, if the operation member to be operated next is one of the auto positioning setting buttons 43, the corresponding button is caused to emit light to notify the user.

  When the operation member is not a self-luminous type, a light emitting element such as an LED may be arranged and blinked near the corresponding operation member. Alternatively, if the operation member is the stick 31 or the lever 35, a method of vibrating the stick 31 or the lever 35 in small increments may be used.

  The operation of such an operation training method will be described more specifically.

  When starting operation training of the medical device (X-ray diagnostic apparatus 100), a training start signal is generated by operating the keyboard 220 or the mouse 230. Then, a training start signal is sent to the education control unit 56 via the hardware control unit 54 and the system control unit 51.

  Next, the educational control unit 56 checks the current operation content from the system control unit 51 when the button selected on the UI screen displayed on the display unit 53 or the operation handle 130 is actually operated, To determine what operation was performed.

  As a result of the determination, if the next necessary operation is related to the hardware, related image data (for example, data of the hardware image 74 indicating the operation handle 130) is extracted from the hardware image generation unit 58, and is sent to the image composition unit 55. Supply.

  Further, the UI image generation unit 57 generates data of the UI image 71 based on the photographed image and supplies it to the image composition unit 55. The image composition unit 55 synthesizes both image data and displays the composite image data on the display unit. To 53.

  A UI image 71 as shown in FIG. 6 is displayed on the display unit 53, and a hardware image 74 is displayed semi-transparently on a small screen. The reason why the UI image 71 is covered with the hardware image 74 is to prevent the UI image from being unrecognizable due to the semi-transparent display.

  Note that the display position of the hardware image 74 may be movable by a user operation. Alternatively, when the UI image 71 includes an attention site indicated by the user (for example, a site indicated by the cursor 76), the hardware image 74 may be automatically moved to a position avoiding the attention site.

  Then, when it becomes necessary to operate the operation button next time, the education control unit 56 causes a part of the auxiliary image 75 of the hardware image 74 to blink. For example, when it is necessary to press the auto-positioning setting button 43 in FIG. 4 as the next operation, the corresponding auxiliary image 751 blinks to notify the user.

  Thereby, the user knows that it is necessary to operate the auto positioning setting button 43 next time. Further, after the auto positioning setting button 43 is operated, what is to be operated next is determined, and the auxiliary image of the next operation member is sequentially blinked. Thus, training can be executed smoothly.

  In addition, the hardware control unit 54 sends a drive signal such as light emission or vibration to each operation member of the operation handle 130 and controls to notify which operation member should be operated next.

  For example, if the content to be operated next is an operation of the auto positioning setting button 43, any one of the auto positioning setting buttons 43 blinks. Accordingly, the user can confirm the next operation even with the actual machine, and therefore can perform the training more efficiently.

  In addition, as a method of notifying the next operation member, the stick 31 and the levers 39 and 40 may be vibrated in addition to blinking the light emitting unit. In this case, a drive source for vibrating is separately required.

  FIG. 7 shows a display example of a support image when the operation of the main console 210 in FIG. 3 is supported.

  When performing operation training of the main console 210, a hardware image 77 simulating the main console 210 is displayed on the UI image 71 in a semi-transparent manner.

  The hardware image 77 includes auxiliary images 78 representing various operation members of the main console 210. When the main console 210 is actually operated, the operation result is confirmed by the hardware control unit 54, and education is performed. The control unit 56 notifies the user by blinking an auxiliary image of the operation member to be operated next.

  FIG. 7 shows an example in which an auxiliary image 781 corresponding to the dial 23 of the main console 210 is blinking, and the user can know that the dial 23 should be operated next.

  Further, the hardware control unit 54 controls light emission, vibration, rotation, and the like for various operation members of the main console 210 and notifies which operation member should be operated next. For example, when the operation member to be operated next is the dial 23, the dial 23 is rotated in small increments in the forward and reverse directions within a predetermined rotation angle range to notify the user.

  When the operation member is a self-luminous type, the corresponding operation member blinks. Further, when the operation member is not a self-luminous type, a light emitting element such as an LED may be arranged and blinked nearby. Alternatively, if the operation member is a lever, a method of vibrating the lever in small increments may be used. Further, when the main console 210 has the speaker 24, the next operation may be instructed by the speaker.

  As a method of notifying the next operation, in addition to blinking the light emitting unit, when the dial is rotated or when the lever or the like is vibrated, a driving source for rotating or vibrating is separately required.

  As described above, according to the operation support device of the present invention, in the training of medical equipment, the next operation of the hardware device can be taught through the screen of the display unit. Therefore, it is possible to train efficiently and to master the operation method in a short time.

  Also, in the actual hardware device (operation unit), the next operation can be grasped by blinking display or the like, so that the training efficiency can be further improved.

  In the above description, the X-ray circulatory organ diagnosis apparatus 100 is described as an example of a medical device. However, the present invention can be applied to an apparatus that supports the operation of another medical diagnosis apparatus such as an X-ray CT apparatus or an MRI apparatus. Needless to say, you can.

  Further, although an example in which a hardware image is displayed as a sub-screen has been described, the display screen may be divided into a plurality of areas and displayed in multiple screens, and the hardware image may be displayed in one of them. Moreover, although the example which displays a hardware image on the fluoroscopic monitors 16 and 26 was demonstrated, you may make it display on the reference monitors 17 and 27. FIG.

  The embodiment of the present invention is not limited to the above description, and various modifications can be made without departing from the scope of the claims.

The block diagram which shows the whole structure of the operation assistance apparatus of the medical device of this invention. The perspective view which shows the structure of the medical device provided with the operation assistance apparatus of this invention. The perspective view which shows the structure in the operation chamber relevant to the operation assistance apparatus of this invention. The top view which shows an example of the operation part used for operation of the medical device of this invention. The block diagram which shows one Embodiment of the operation assistance apparatus of this invention. Explanatory drawing for demonstrating operation | movement of the embodiment. Another explanatory view for explaining operation of the embodiment.

Explanation of symbols

100 ... X-ray circulatory organ diagnosis device (medical equipment)
110 ... C arm 120 ... bed 130 ... operating handle (operating part)
140 ... monitor (display unit)
210 ... Main console (operation unit)
220 ... Keyboard 230 ... Mouse 240 ... Monitor (display unit)
250 ... Computer devices 21-24 ... Operation members 31-43 ... Operation members 500 ... Operation support device 51 ... System control unit 52 ... Communication network 53 ... Display unit 54 ... Hardware control unit 55 ... Image composition unit 56 ... Educational control Unit 57 ... User interface (UI) image generation unit 58 ... Hardware image generation unit 60 ... Operation unit

Claims (17)

An operation support apparatus for a medical device having an imaging unit for imaging a subject,
An operation unit having a plurality of operation members and capable of controlling the medical device in response to the operation of the operation members;
A display unit capable of displaying an image photographed by the photographing unit;
In response to the start of the operation training of the medical device, a hardware image generation unit for displaying a hardware image imitating the operation unit on the display unit,
When any of the operation members is operated during the operation training, a control unit that determines an operation item to be operated next and guides and displays the operation member to be operated next on the hardware image;
An operation support apparatus for a medical device, comprising: The hardware image generation unit generates an image including an auxiliary image representing the plurality of operation members as the hardware image,
2. The medical device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit displays an auxiliary image related to a next operation among the auxiliary images so that the operation member to be operated next can be guided and displayed. Operation support device.   The control unit includes a hardware control unit that controls a plurality of operation members of the operation unit, and controls the operation member to be operated next among the plurality of operation members of the operation unit so as to be identifiable. The operation support apparatus for medical equipment according to claim 1.   4. The operation support apparatus for a medical device according to claim 3, wherein the hardware control unit identifies an operation member to be operated next among the plurality of operation members of the operation unit by light emission display.   4. The operation support apparatus for a medical device according to claim 3, wherein the hardware control unit identifies the operation member to be operated next by vibrating or rotating among the plurality of operation members of the operation unit.   4. The operation support apparatus for a medical device according to claim 3, wherein the hardware control unit controls a speaker provided in the operation unit and informs an operation member to be operated next by voice.   2. The medical device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit displays a user interface image on the display unit, and semi-transparently synthesizes the hardware image with the user interface image to display the sub-screen. Operation support device.   The medical device operation support apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the operation unit includes an operation handle provided in an examination room in which the medical device is installed.   The medical device operation support apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the operation unit includes a console for operating the medical device from an operation room different from an examination room in which the medical device is installed. An operation support apparatus for a medical device having an imaging unit for imaging a subject,
An operation unit having a plurality of operation members and capable of controlling the medical device in response to the operation of the operation members;
A display unit capable of displaying an image photographed by the photographing unit;
In response to the start of the operation training of the medical device, a hardware image generation unit for displaying a hardware image imitating the operation unit on the display unit,
When any of the operation members is operated during the operation training, the operation item to be operated next is determined, and the operation member to be operated next is guided and displayed on the hardware image. A control unit that controls the operation member to be operated next in an identifiable manner among the operation members;
An operation support apparatus for a medical device, comprising: An operation support method for a medical device having an imaging unit for imaging a subject,
It has a plurality of operation members, and comprises an operation unit capable of controlling the medical device in response to operations of the operation members,
In response to the start of the operation training of the medical device, a hardware image imitating the operation unit is displayed on the display unit,
When any of the operation members is operated during the operation training, the operation item to be operated next is determined,
An operation support method for a medical device, characterized in that an operation member to be operated next is guided and displayed on the hardware image. The hardware image includes an auxiliary image representing the plurality of operation members,
12. The operation support method for a medical device according to claim 11, wherein an auxiliary image related to the next operation among the auxiliary images is displayed so as to be identifiable in order to display an operation member to be operated next. While displaying the operation member to be operated next on the hardware image,
12. The medical device according to claim 11, wherein a plurality of operation members of the operation unit are controlled so that an operation member to be operated next among the plurality of operation members of the operation unit is identifiable. Operation support method.   14. The operation support method for a medical device according to claim 13, wherein the operation member to be operated next of the operation unit is identified by light emission display.   14. The operation support method for a medical device according to claim 13, wherein the operation member to be operated next of the operation unit is identified by vibrating or rotating.   The operation support method for a medical device according to claim 13, wherein the operation member to be operated next of the operation unit is notified by voice.   12. The medical device operation support method according to claim 11, wherein a user interface image is displayed on the display unit, and the hardware image is semi-transparently combined with the user interface image and displayed in a small screen.

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