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Correspondence and Communications| Volume 71, ISSUE 8, P1216-1230, August 2018

Viability of a modified GoPro for professional surgical videography

      There are multiple aspects to consider when deciding upon the best method of filming a surgical procedure. A jib with a precision, remote controlled pan and tilt head is ideal; however, these systems are not only expensive, but also require the presence of a video operator and the inherent difficulty in maneuverability during surgery. Ease of use, simplicity, and usability of footage are therefore the main factors evaluated in previous papers.
      • Chen C.
      • Lee K.
      • Shen Y.
      Simple method to record high-quality surgical videos.
      • Cosman P.
      • Shearer C.
      • Hugh T.
      • Biankin A.
      • Merrett N.
      A novel approach to high definition, high-contrast video capture in abdominal surgery.
      • Nair A.
      • Kamal S.
      • Dave T.
      • et al.
      Surgeon point-of-view recording: Using a high-definition head-mounted video camera in the operating room.
      We evaluated common complications of current and previously tested systems to develop a method of high quality surgical videography using a modified GoPro HERO5 video camera from Back-Bone Gear Inc.

      Back-Bone Ribcage H5PRO Modified HERO5 Black. SKU: H5PRO/BBSARM (Back-Bone Gear Inc. 4-155 Terence Matthews Cres. Kanata, Ontario K2M 2A8, Canada).

      The high resolution of the camera, coupled with the ease in maneuverability meant that this system costing less than £1200.00 at the time of publishing provides a cost effective, high fidelity imaging service for surgical procedures.
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