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Smartphone Ophthalmic Surgery recording for e-records and education

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Author Details : Hitesh J. Vyas

Volume : 3, Issue : 1, Year : 2016

Article Page : 13-15

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Abstract

Introduction: Surgical training in ophthalmology is challenging accounting for the difficulty in effectively showcasing the complexity and dexterity of movements required in a small operating field. Various types of in-line operating microscope attachments providing video recording capabilities have been in the market to enable surgical video recording, but their steep price-tag and maintenance requirements, can preclude their use especially in developing countries. Recent innovations, in mobile-based video recording and transmission capabilities, can provide a convenient and cost-effective solution for surgical training.
Materials & Methods: For the purpose of this study, we used an iPhone 4s,^[1]  installed with a camera-enhancing app called FiLMic Pro-v58, as our primary device for video recording.
Conclusion: Smartphones^[2] can be a cheaper alternative to branded microscope video attachments, and the quality of video provided by them is comparable to their costlier counterparts. Ophthalmologists only need basic technical knowledge to setup such a system in their clinics or at academic institutions.

Keywords: Education, Ophthalmic, Surgery, Smartphones

How to cite : Vyas H J, Smartphone Ophthalmic Surgery recording for e-records and education. J Educ Technol Health Sci 2016;3(1):13-15

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