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FAXITRON PATH USER MANUAL | HOLOGIC | REVISION 024
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Enhance Image
The button shown in Figure 5.4.2 will process the image on the display to emphaize the smalle
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details, such as micro-calcifications, and small masses in the image.
The algorithm, commonly known as “Peripheral Equalization” or “Thickness Equalization” in
advanced imaging, is applied to the whole image. In addition to this algorithm, Faxitron employs
a second, internally developed algorithm called the “Calcification Emphasis” algorithm. This
secondary alrorithm was made to bring out small details in the image and make them much
easier to see and analyze.
Since Patient images constitute a more general category, in terms of possible geometries and
variety of thickness, there may be some challenging sample geometries, and the user should
use this tool with care.
The system will be idle (in Standby) during the processing. Once completed the button will stay
depressed/active. The user can undo the process by pressing the button again.
5.4.1 Cont.
Figure 5.4.2
Image Enhancement icon