Waterproof Camera Case for Intraoperative Photographs

Abstract

Accurate photographic documentation has become essential in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery for both clinical and scientific purposes. Intraoperative photographs are important not only for record purposes, but also for teaching, publications, and presentations. Communication using images proves to be the superior way to persuade audiences. This article presents a simple and easy method for taking intraoperative photographs that uses a presterilized waterproof camera case. This method allows the user to take very good quality pictures with the photographic angle matching the surgeon's view, minimal interruption of the operative procedure, and minimal risk of contaminating the operative field.

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“…To take pictures in a sterile medium, gas sterilised underwater camera cases may be used with almost no added infection risk. [1][2][3] However, we are in the era of smartphones and cameras are used less than they were in the past. We need solutions for smartphones for intraoperative photography.…”

“…Many innovative ideas have been described in the literature for the similar purpose (avoiding pressure over flap pedicle) depending on the site of the tissue transfer and the site of the anastomosis. [2,3]…”

Intraoperative Visual Documentation Using Smart Mobile Devices

“…5,6 Video documentation is another essential part of this process, and many professional systems are commercially available, but these require specific costly equipment, and unfortunately they are not a routine part of every facial plastic surgeon's practice. An ideal IVD solution should be easy to set up, easy to control, enable stable and steady recording from various angles, should not interfere with the surgery, and be affordable.…”