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Medical AI Inquiry: You was designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.  Labels: OBJECTIVE, METHODS, RESULTS. Meshes: Endoscopy, Humans, Surgical Procedures, Operative, Video Recording.
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Does [ used of endoscopic video-camera in open surgery ]? Context: To describe a method to obtain images of open surgery at the lowest possible cost. The images provide useful information for patient records and teaching. We have utilized a submersible endoscopic camera with no special features, close up lenses or automatic focussing device and a color printer. The quality of the images are similar to those obtained with a more sophisticated video camera. The pictures were processed with a video printer.
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We believe that using the endoscopic camera in open surgery is a low-cost alternative to the more sophisticated video camera systems. Final Decision: yes