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. 2016 Apr 13;8(4):e569.
doi: 10.7759/cureus.569.

Standardized Photographic Views in Oculoplastic Surgery: How to Capture Quality Images Outside a Photographic Studio

Chin T Ong  1 , George Kalantzis  2 , Jun Fai Yap  1 , Bernard Chang  2
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Standardized Photographic Views in Oculoplastic Surgery: How to Capture Quality Images Outside a Photographic Studio

Chin T Ong et al. Cureus. .

Abstract

Purpose The aim of this paper is to demonstrate fundamental photographic techniques and standardized views in oculoplastic disease and surgery outside of a photographic studio. Methods A Canon EOS 60D digital single lens reflex (DSLR) camera, which was fitted with a Canon EF-S 60 mm USM macro lens, was used to photograph the subject. A Canon MR-14EX Macro Ringlite was used to illuminate the subject. Informed written consent was obtained for publication of the photographs used in this study. The photographs were taken in an ophthalmology clinic using standardized photographic settings at various magnification ratios. The magnification ratios were recalibrated and adjusted to accommodate the smaller sensor size in-line with standardized medical photography guidelines. Results We present a series of core views for various oculoplastic and orbital disease presentations. Conclusions It is possible to capture quality standardized digital photographs in a busy clinical environment without the need for a dedicated photographic studio.

Keywords: clinical photography; digital single lens reflex camera; photodocumentation; standardization.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors have declared that no competing interests exist.

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Figure 1. Eyelid views
Figure 2
Figure 2. Facial palsy views
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Figure 3. Orbital views
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