Charlton M Author
Subjects of specialization
Affiliation
Thermography, Diagnostic imaging, Emergencies, Diagnostic tests and procedures
Emergency Medicine Academic Group,University of Leicester, Jarvis Building, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Infirmary Square, Leicester, United Kingdom
Charlton M Emergency Medicine Academic Group,University of Leicester, Jarvis Building, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Infirmary Square, Leicester, United Kingdom |
Research Article Open Access
Author(s): Coats TJ, Naseer S, Charlton M, Keresztes K, Hussain S, Dexter K, Thompson JP and Sims MR
Background: Medical Infrared Imaging (MII) is an investigative method that can be used to non-invasively detect specific heat signatures associated with disease. There is the potential for this technique to be used in emergency care, and we have developed a protocol for the use of MII in the Emergency Department (ED). However, it is not known if this procedure is feasible in an ED setting. Methods: The Leicester MII protocol was used to image the arm in 68 Emergency Department patients. Feasibility was assessed by the proportion of patients with successful image acquisition. Results: When the protocol was used in the ED, images were obtained in 100% of subjects. Conclusions: It is feasible to undertake MII in an ED setting. A standardised, yet practical prot... view moreĀ»