instead of continuous shots — to capture images and activate the C-
arm's collimator to narrow the radiation beam, says Dr. Kaplan. He
also points out that high-definition screens on newer C-arms provide
clearer images of anatomy and hardware, therefore decreasing the
number of pictures surgeons need to take.
Clear communication between the surgeon and the tech who'll posi-
tion the C-arm throughout a case is essential, says Dr. Kaplan. A 30-
second conversation before the case will ensure they're on the same
page regarding the images they need to capture and the order in which
they need to capture them.
Dr. Kaplan recommends blocking out the C-arm positions needed to
capture multiple images — much like movie directors do with actors
to find the perfect camera angles — and placing tape marks on the
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