A simple method for making photographic records under sterile conditions.
Digital photography has become a practical alternative to conventional film photography for medical documentation, communication, and education. The use of digital cameras has become increasingly popular in recent years for documenting perioperative conditions, intraoperative findings, and imaging studies. However, taking intraoperative pictures or video clips may be technically demanding for assistants or nurses. Herein, we describe a simple and effective method for surgeons to create photographic and video records of operations under sterile conditions involving the use of a digital camera encased in commercially available protective housing.
Kao
Chiung-Lun
CL
Division of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Chiayi, Chang Gung Institute of Technology, Chiayi, Taiwan, ROC.
Cheng
Bor-Chih
BC
Lu
Ming-Shian
MS
Nan
Yu-Yun
YY
Chang
Jen-Ping
JP
D006801:Humans; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted; D010781:Photography / Q000379:methods*; D013242:Sterilization; D013514:Surgical Procedures, Operative; D014741:Video Recording