Smartphones are now a ubiquitous presence within the modern healthcare setting. Uses such as internet, database software and storage of medical textbooks, all contribute to the clinical value of the devices. Within orthopaedics, transmission of digital images via smartphones is now routinely used to obtain instant second opinions of trauma radiographs. However questions remain as to whether smartphone image quality is sufficient for primary diagnosis and secondary consultation To assess the accuracy of diagnosis made when radiographs are viewed on a smartphone screen in comparison with a standard digital monitor. Also to assess the diagnostic confidence, diagnostic difficulty, subjective image quality and formulation of management plan.Background
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