Flexible video duodenoscope, reusable

A flexible video duodenoscope is a reusable medical device designed for visual inspection and therapeutic procedures in the duodenum, the first section of the small intestine. It is inserted through the mouth and uses a video system with a CCD chip at its tip to transmit real-time images to a monitor, enabling clinicians to detect and treat conditions such as ulcers, polyps, and tumors.

As a reusable endoscope, this device requires proper cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance between uses according to manufacturer instructions and institutional protocols. It is regulated as a medical device based on its intended use and design, with classification and supply requirements varying by jurisdiction but always tied to its function as a reusable diagnostic and therapeutic tool for gastrointestinal examination.