108 devices · GMDN 36117
A flexible video colonoscope is a specialized medical instrument designed for the visual inspection and therapeutic treatment of the lower gastrointestinal tract. By inserting the device through the anus, clinicians can examine the colon lining to investigate symptoms like unexplained anemia, bowel changes, or the presence of polyps and cancer.
These instruments utilize a distal imaging chip to transmit high-resolution anatomical data to an external monitor for real-time viewing. As reusable medical devices, they are engineered to withstand repeated clinical use and must be processed according to established cleaning and sterilization protocols.
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