Colonoscopy video processing for quality metrics determination

Details Colonoscopy video processing for quality metrics determination Colonoscopy video processing for quality metrics determination

2011-02-22

2011-02-22

Ahmed, Samir A (Department: 2624)

Image analysis

Applications

Biomedical applications

C348S065000, C600S101000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07894648

ABSTRACT:
A computer-based method that allows automated measurement of a number of metrics that likely reflect the quality of a colonoscopic procedure. The method is based on analysis of a digitized video file created during colonoscopy, and produces information regarding insertion time, withdrawal time, images at the time of maximal intubation, the time and ratio of clear versus blurred or non-informative images, and a first estimate of effort performed by the endoscopist. As these metrics can be obtained automatically, the method allows future quality control in the day-to-day medical practice setting on a large scale. In addition, the method can be adapted to other healthcare procedures. The method may be useful to assess progress during colonoscopy training, or as part of endoscopic skills assessment evaluations.

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