Computer simulation model on ultrasonic myocardial backscatter

Abstract

Myocardial ultrasonic tissue characterization with integrated backscatter (IB) has been studied in recent years. To evaluate the dynamic characters of the myocardium, dynamic tracing of each unit volume of myocardium is a key point. Thus, a 2D CVIB imaging algorithm based on an auto-tracing method was developed in our previous work. Where, an auto-tracking method was used in CVIB-weighted images so that the POI in each frame throughout the cardiac cycle is automatically traced to reflect the real myocardial tissue movement. It is necessary to validate the auto-tracing method. However, at present there are no appropriate models to support the process. In order to validate the auto-tracing method, two myocardium models have been established to simulate the short and long axis view of echocardiography. The motions of partially ischemic myocardium have been simulated. The models have been used to validate the 2D CVIB imaging methods in the detection of myocardial ischemia. The simulation results show that the auto-tracing algorithm is effective. The model developed in this work provides a tool for studying and developing technologies in myocardial behavior.