Making uniform photographic records in plastic surgery.
The photographic unit described requires a modest investment in equipment and space, and the photographs can be taken by an office aide after suitable instruction. It provides a means for obtaining clear, comparable photographs--without disrupting office routine. The key to success is consistency in camera settings, lighting, alignment, and positioning. Figures 8 and 9 show representative examples of long-term records.
D005145:Face; D008499:Medical Records / Q000592:standards*; D010781:Photography / Q000379:methods; D013518:Surgery, Plastic