Device and method for identifying occlusions

X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices – Specific application – Computerized tomography

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C382S131000

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ABSTRACT:
A method of identifying one or more occlusions in vasculature located in a region of interest, includes extracting vasculature from the region of interest; identifying a subject geometry of the extracted vasculature; and comparing the subject geometry to a predetermined geometry to identify a blockage. A device for identifying one or more occlusions in vasculature located in a region of interest is also presented.

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