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Headlight/Videocamera.


Karl Storz presents the [HEADCAM.sup.TM], which combines a headlight with a video documentation system. A monitor displays the surgeon's operating field in real time exactly as he or she sees it. Procedures previously seen only by the surgeon become available to a wider audience, making the HEADCAM ideal for training courses, lecture presentations, and improved operating team operating team Surgery The participants–surgeons, nurses, etc–in a sterile surgical procedure performed under general–less commonly, local anesthesia  efficiency.

Featuring a high-resolution CCD camera See digital camera.  and a cold light illumination source, the HEADGAM provides optimal harmonization har·mo·nize  
v. har·mo·nized, har·mo·niz·ing, har·mo·niz·es

v.tr.
1. To bring or come into agreement or harmony. See Synonyms at agree.

2. Music To provide harmony for (a melody).
 between the illumination and video units, ensuring a bright, clear image. The special low-vibration design of the headlight reduces motion artifacts artifacts

see specimen artifacts.
 and conveys a steady monitor image, and the wide focal range extends from 15 cm to infinity, making the HEADCAM suitable for all surgical specialties.

The HEADCAM comes complete with a headlight, CCD camera, 3 mm x 300 cm fiberoptic light fiberoptic light,
n a miniaturized light source that uses the property of flexible fiberglass strands to conduct light over long distances with little or no distortion; used in intraoral application, such as a light attached directly to the dental handpiece.
 cable, and an easily adjustable headband. Fully compatible with all Karl Storz TELECAM imaging systems, camera control units, and light sources, the HEADGAM is a cost-effective addition to today's video documentation systems.
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Publication:Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Article Type:Brief Article
Date:Mar 1, 2000
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