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Handheld computing in pathology.

Seung Park¹, Anil Parwani, Mahadev Satyanarayanan

¹Department of Pathology, Division of Pathology Informatics, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh PA, USA.

Journal of Pathology Informatics

|May 23, 2012

Summary

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Handheld computers offer new pathology applications beyond telemedicine and education. Advances in hardware, software, and whole-slide imaging (WSI) create future opportunities for these mobile devices in pathology.

Keywords:

Education WSI handhelds smartphones tablets

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Area of Science:

Digital Pathology
Medical Informatics
Mobile Technology in Medicine

Background:

Handheld computing has seen limited application in pathology, primarily in experimental telemedicine and education.
Recent advancements in handheld technology and whole-slide imaging (WSI) present new possibilities.
The integration of mobile devices into pathology workflows is an emerging area.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the current state of handheld hardware and software for pathology.
To provide a historical overview of handheld device use in medicine, with a focus on pathology.
To explore future use cases for handhelds in the field of pathology.

Main Methods:

Literature review of handheld computing applications in medicine and pathology.
Analysis of current handheld hardware and software capabilities relevant to pathology.
Exploration of emerging trends in whole-slide imaging and mobile technology integration.

Main Results:

Current handheld applications in pathology are largely experimental.
Significant advancements in mobile technology and WSI are enabling new applications.
Future use cases include enhanced diagnostics, remote consultations, and educational tools.

Conclusions:

Handheld devices, coupled with WSI, hold substantial potential to transform pathology practice.
Further research and development are needed to overcome challenges and realize these potentials.
The integration of mobile technology promises to increase efficiency and accessibility in pathology.