Across surgical specialities there is frequently a need to refer to radiological images
intra-operatively. Most modern operating theatres are equipped with digital viewing
stations, which can be used for this purpose. Their disadvantage is that the surgeon
may have to move away from the operative field. Furthermore, the surgeon cannot directly
access the workstation. Circulating theatre staff are frequently not trained or familiar
with the varieties of imaging software used. We describe a technique for sterile,
intra-operative iPad use. This can be used by the surgeon to view and manipulate radiological
images directly whilst not compromising the sterile operative field.
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Published online: September 19, 2011
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© 2011 British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
