System and method for identifying and navigating anatomical objects using deep learning networks

A method for scanning, identifying, and navigating at least one anatomical object of a patient via an imaging system includes scanning the anatomical object via a probe of the imaging system, identifying the anatomical object via the probe, and navigating the anatomical object via the probe. Further, the method includes collecting data relating to operation of the probe during the scanning, identifying, and navigating steps. Moreover, the method includes inputting the collected data into a deep learning network configured to learn the scanning, identifying, and navigating steps. In addition, the method includes generating a probe visualization guide for an operator based on the deep learning network. Thus, the method also includes displaying the probe visualization guide to the operator via a user display of the imaging system, wherein the probe visualization guide instructs the operator how to maneuver the probe so as to locate the anatomical object. In addition, the method also includes using haptic feedback in the probe to guide the operator to the anatomical object of the patient.