Telepathology Support System with Gross Specimen Image Using High Resolution 4K Multispectral Camera

This study reports on the development of a high-resolution 4K multispectral camera designed to enhance telepathology support systems for remote gross-pathological diagnosis. We experimentally examine and evaluate the camera’s effectiveness in three subjects: the reconstruction of precise color images, the emphasis of cancerous tissue areas, and pre-fixed image reproduction from fixed images. The evaluation results of the first and second subjects showed that the camera and supporting methods could be effectively used in gross pathology diagnosis. The images obtained in the third subject received positive evaluations from some pathologists, but others expressed reservations as to its utility.