next upgrade it would need by working with a video vendor who
offered a modular form of technological architecture ("backwards and
forwards compatible") designed to make it easier to seamlessly add
new imaging technologies like 8K as they become available. His facili-
ty's new imaging system is designed to only have to upgrade the com-
ponents that handle the 8K images instead of overhauling the entire
infrastructure to make the switch.
"We don't know exactly what 8K will look like, but when it comes
out, we'll be ready," says Mr. Kaczmarek.
With all the inherent benefits of 4K visualization, it's becoming more
difficult to put off making the upgrade, especially if you're building
new ORs or renovating your current ones. "What we can do as sur-
geons largely depends on how well we see the surgical field," says Dr.
Soans. As a facility leader, your goal is to help them operate better by
giving them the best possible views of surgery.
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