Similar case search apparatus and method, and recording medium storing program therefor

摘要: More accurate search for similar cases can be carried out in the case where images at different time phases exist. A contrast enhancement information analysis unit obtains phase of target obtained same examination from accompanying images, and a database storing sets each including ID, information, characteristic quantity, image interpretation/diagnosis support is searched processing by first unit, second judgment unit. corresponding portion satisfying three conditions comprising agreement with between sets, similarity content-based to obtained.