What is unique about the spot film camera in fluoroscopy?

The spot film camera is designed to provide high-quality still images during fluoroscopic procedures, making it a valuable tool in clinical practice. This device is unique in that it has the capability to capture both single shots and cine shots. Single shots allow for specific images to be taken at critical moments in a procedure, while cine shots can provide a continuous series of images over time, offering a dynamic view of the moving anatomy or function being studied.

Being able to capture both types of images provides versatility in examining the area of interest and enhances the diagnostic value by allowing the physician to review both static and dynamic aspects of the procedure. This capability is what distinguishes the spot film camera from other imaging modalities that may be limited to one type of image capture or may not have the same level of clarity and detail provided by the fluoroscopy system.