• Emerg Med J · Jul 2001

    A new system for digital image acquisition, storage and presentation in an accident and emergency department.

    • G R Clegg, S Roebuck, and D J Steedman.
    • Department of Accident and Emergency Medicine, Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh EH3 9YW, UK. gareth.clegg@ukonline.co.uk
    • Emerg Med J. 2001 Jul 1; 18 (4): 255-8.

    ObjectivesTo develop a computer based storage system for clinical images-radiographs, photographs, ECGs, text-for use in teaching, training, reference and research within an accident and emergency (A&E) department. Exploration of methods to access and utilise the data stored in the archive.MethodsImplementation of a digital image archive using flatbed scanner and digital camera as capture devices. A sophisticated coding system based on ICD 10. Storage via an "intelligent" custom interface.ResultsA practical solution to the problems of clinical image storage for teaching purposes.ConclusionsWe have successfully developed a digital image capture and storage system, which provides an excellent teaching facility for a busy A&E department. We have revolutionised the practice of the "hand-over meeting".

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