Thompson JP Author
Subjects of specialization
Affiliation
Thermography, Diagnostic imaging, Emergencies, Diagnostic tests and procedures
Emergency Medicine Academic Group, Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, University of Leicester, UK
Thompson JP Emergency Medicine Academic Group, Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, University of Leicester, UK |
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»