Different Types of Fiberoptic Endoscopes

Endoscopy is one of the diagnostic procedures that is in-demand all over the world these days. It is interesting to know that there are different kinds of fiberoptic endoscopes, and each endoscope is usually named after the part of the body it is usually used for. The following are some of the most common types of endoscopes:

• Angioscope - for the visualization of blood vessels
• Arthroscope - for the examination of the joints
• Bronchoscope - for the visual assessment of the bronchi
• Colonoscope - for the visualization of the large intestines/colon.
• Encephaloscope - for the examination of the brain cavities
• Nephroscope - for the examination of the kidneys
• Proctoscope - for better visualization of the rectum

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