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Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine

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Digital video recording in trauma surgery using commercially available equipment

Authors: Shokei Matsumoto, Kazuhiko Sekine, Motoyasu Yamazaki, Tomohiro Funabiki, Tomohiko Orita, Masayuki Shimizu, Mitsuhide Kitano

Published in: Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine | Issue 1/2013

Abstract

Introduction

Although videos of surgical procedures are useful as an educational tool, the recording of trauma surgeries in emergency situations is difficult. We describe an inexpensive and practical shooting method using a commercially available head-mounted video camera.

Methods

We used a ContourHD 1080p Helmet Camera (Contour Inc., Seattle, Washington, USA.). This small, self-contained video camera and recording system was originally designed for easy videography of outdoor sports by participants.

Results

We were able to easily make high-quality video recordings of our trauma surgeries, including an emergency room thoracotomy for chest stab wounds and a crush laparoptomy for a severe liver injury.

Conclusion

There are currently many options for recording surgery in the field, but the recording device and system should be chosen according to the surgical situation. We consider the use of a helmet-mounted, self-contained high-definition video camera-recorder to be an inexpensive, quick, and easy method for recording trauma surgeries.

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Title: Digital video recording in trauma surgery using commercially available equipment
Authors: Shokei Matsumoto
Kazuhiko Sekine
Motoyasu Yamazaki
Tomohiro Funabiki
Tomohiko Orita
Masayuki Shimizu
Mitsuhide Kitano
Publication date: 01-12-2013
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine / Issue 1/2013
Electronic ISSN: 1757-7241
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1757-7241-21-27

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Digital video recording in trauma surgery using commercially available equipment

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Results

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Results

Conclusion

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