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Smartphone assisted telepathology: A review
1Department of Pathology, University College of Medical Sciences & GTB hospital, New Delhi 110095, India.
Objectives:
Many practicing pathologists of the current generation have used smartphone-assisted telepathology at some point in time or the other. The use case may vary-second opinions, social media posts, teaching, and so on. This has largely been made possible by the recent improvements in smartphone cameras, better smartphone microscope adaptors, and faster internet. This review aims to provide insights into the different techniques, practical applications, limitations, and prospects of smartphone-assisted telepathology.
Methods:
We provide a ready reference for all practicing pathologists who want to use smartphone-assisted telepathology more effectively. The review is based on literature available on MEDLINE and personal observations and experiences.
Results:
Smartphone-assisted telepathology despite its limitations is here to stay. With the introduction of 5G internet, internet speeds are bound to improve. However, the extent of this improvement would ultimately decide how far the smartphone can disrupt the world of telepathology.
Conclusion:
Learning to use the smartphone effectively for telepathology is important for all pathologists. It is a silent revolution that is slowly but surely changing the way pathologists interact with each other professionally.
