Viability of a modified GoPro for Professional Surgical Videography

There are multiple aspects to consider when deciding upon the best method of filming a surgical procedure. A jib with a precision, remote controlled pan and tilt head is ideal, however these systems are not only expensive, but require the presence of a video operator and the inherent difficulty in maneuverability during surgery. Ease of use, simplicity, and usability of footage are therefore the main factors evaluated in previous papers.2-4 We evaluated common complications of current and previously tested systems to develop a method of high quality surgical videography using a modified GoPro HERO5 video camera from Back-Bone Gear Inc.