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Computer-aided diagnosis method and system

  • US 6,477,262 B2
  • Filed: 06/26/2001
  • Issued: 11/05/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/29/1993
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method comprising the steps of:

  • converting a film mammogram to a digital mammogram;

    processing the digital mammogram by computer to identify suspected spiculated lesion and microcalcification cluster type abnormalities by type and location;

    producing an annotated digital map comprising symbols identifying the type and location of the abnormalities identified in the processing step;

    displaying the film mammogram on a light box for viewing; and

    concurrently displaying the annotated digital map on an electronic monitor for viewing adjacent to and substantially at the same viewing distance as the film mammogram.

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