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CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, Vol 18, 129-139, Copyright © 1968 by American Cancer Society

Endoscopic Photography in Gastroenterology

¹ Chief, Gastroenterology Service, Walter Reed General Hospital, Washington, D.C.

Interpretation is the most important and difficult aspect of endoscopy. But, through photography, interpretation can be made more reliable, since it allows the clinician time to study the record itself and to compare it with other photographic records. Of course, there is no adequate substitute for firsthand technical experience in any form of endoscopy, but through photography we may be able to rouse enthusiasm and to strengthen diagnostic competence among those who are learning the techniques.

Only a few of the many variations of cameras, films, exposures, and techniques have been discussed here. For those who may wish to pursue the matter further, Table 1 will serve as a starting point. The equipment listed is available, safe, and technically good. By using the methods described here to augment the well-established diagnostic techniques commonly used in clinical practice and teaching, clinicians may begin to realize the great potentials of this form of visual medicine, gastrointestinal endoscopy.