Jul 9 2008
TRUMPF Medical Systems, Inc. has introduced the world's first in-light high definition (HD) operating room camera. The TruVidia HD captures and transmits razor sharp, true-to-life images with 1080 lines horizontal resolution and 2 million pixels. The images are more than twice as clear as those available from standard definition (SD) cameras.
Images, captured in wide-screen format, can be transmitted for telemedicine applications and displayed on screen for education. Remote consultations can be conducted with a greater degree of confidence as the HD images essentially place the remote physicians in the OR. Medical students, likewise, can gain a better understanding of the subject matter thanks to clearer images.
“Integrated surgical suites now utilize HD endoscopes and HD routing systems: the in-light camera should be in the same format,” says President and CEO, Andy Reding. “This brings consistency to the images and maximizes the quality for storage, reproduction and broadcast. TRUMPF is proud to bring another ‘first’ to the market.”
The TruVidia HD is integrated into the central handle of the TRUMPF iLED surgical light. The camera is also available on a separate arm. Camera functions, including zoom and rotate can be controlled directly from the sterile field or from the control panel. Captured still images and even entire video sequences can be shared and archived on USB memory sticks.