Endoscope Flashcards
Gastroscope
Used for examining the oesophagus (Oesophagoscope), stomach
(gastroscope), and duodenum (Duodenoscope).
Colonoscope
Designed for the examination of the large intestine (colon) during colonoscopy procedure.
Bronchoscope
Used to visualize and diagnose conditions within the respiratory tract, including the bronchial tubes and lungs.
Cytoscope
Specifically used to examine the urinary bladder and urethra.
Arthroscope
Employed for minimally invasive examination and surgery within joints, such
as the knee, shoulder, or hip.
Laparoscope
Utilized for laparoscopy, which allows the examination and treatment of
conditions within the abdominal or pelvic cavities.
Rhinoscope
Designed for visual examination of the nasal passage and sinusses
Otoscope
Designed for visual examination of the ear
pharyngoscope
Used to examine the throat and pharynx for diagnosis purpose
Proctoscope
Designed for examining the rectum and anal canal and is often used for diagnosing conditions like haemmorrhoids