Imaging of the Upper Airway and Larynx
13 Imaging of the Upper Airway and Larynx N. Scott Howard, Scott McCusker Summary This chapter presents techniques for optimizing image quality for endoscopic imaging of the larynx and surrounding…
HEAD AND NECK SURGERY
Special Considerations for Reconstructive Surgery
9 Special Considerations for Reconstructive Surgery Scott McCusker, Fawn Hogan Summary This chapter discusses additional photographic concerns for reconstructive surgical procedures, including timing of photography, assessment of the premorbid state…
Photographic Equipment
2 Photographic Equipment Blaise Douros Summary This chapter provides detailed descriptions of the photography gear that is required to obtain high-quality medical images. It discusses acceptable options for cameras, lenses,…
Studio Photography Techniques
3 Studio Photography Techniques Blaise Douros Summary This chapter discusses proper use of studio conditions to create optimum medical images. Light quality, the use of light modifiers, proper arrangement and…
Small Structures and Macrophotography
4 Small Structures and Macrophotography Scott McCusker, Blaise Douros Summary This chapter discusses the special photographic techniques that are required for depiction of subjects smaller than 1 inch in diameter….
Postprocessing and Digital Asset Management
5 Postprocessing and Digital Asset Management Phil Goetz, Blaise Douros, Scott McCusker, Michael Benninger Summary This chapter discusses technical considerations for optimizing image quality after the time of capture, as…
Approach to the Patient
7 Approach to the Patient Scott McCusker Summary This chapter discusses practical concerns related to interacting with patients during the medical photography process. The informed consent process is detailed, and…
Intraoperative Photography
8 Intraoperative Photography Scott McCusker, Fawn Hogan Summary This chapter discusses special techniques required to safely obtain useful clinical images in the constrained environment of the operative theater. Sterility concerns…
Head and Neck Surgery
Complications, risks, and consequences Estimated frequency Most significant/serious complications Infection 1–5 % Bleeding/hematoma formation 1–5 % Vascular injury 1–5 % External jugular vein branches Thyroid injurya 1–5 % Damage to…
Hernia Surgery
Complications, risks, and consequences Estimated frequency Most significant/serious complications Bruising 50–80 % Bleeding/hematoma formationa 5–20 % Infection 1–5 % Seroma formation 5–20 % Rare significant/serious problems Suture abscess ± suture sinusa 0.1–1…
