Fujifilm Healthcare Americas has commercially launched the EN-840T Double Balloon Enteroscopy (DBE) scope, marking its latest advancement in endoscopic imaging technology for small intestine diagnosis and therapeutic interventions.
The EN-840T features a 3.2mm diameter working channel, which accommodates various medical procedures such as haemostasis and balloon dilation. It provides superior suction capacity compared to its predecessors, allowing for efficient aspiration of fluids while facilitating the insertion of therapeutic devices, said Fujifilm Healthcare Americas.
According to the company, the larger channel design also aids in the seamless insertion and removal of the catheter during the dilation of strictures. Additionally, the device includes a forward water jet channel, which assists in irrigation by removing debris like blood and mucus to improve visibility of the bowel wall.
The scope is equipped with a CMOS image sensor that delivers high-definition images to aid in rapid and accurate diagnosis.
Complementing this technology are LED multi-light features along with Fujifilm’s Linked Color Imaging (LCI) and Blue Light Imaging (BLI) modes. These enhance visualisation capabilities and assist endoscopists in detecting abnormalities within the small bowel.
Fujifilm’s adoption of LED Multi-light technology in endoscopic imaging is said to play a crucial role in improving detection rates of colorectal lesions and adenomas.
Addressing complex small bowel procedures, the scope integrates adaptive bending and advanced force transmission technologies for enhanced maneuverability through intricate anatomical structures. This capability supports deeper insertions even in areas with post-surgical adhesions.
Furthermore, the G7 handle grip design is structured to minimise user strain and promote intuitive operation.
FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas endoscopy division vice president Tai Fujita said: “The small intestine is one of the most challenging areas in patient anatomy to access in GI endoscopy.
“By continuing to develop and enhance our double balloon enteroscopy technologies, we are empowering endoscopists and GI physicians to unlock access to difficult to reach pathways within the digestive tract, while simultaneously assisting with diagnosis and treatment for a wide array of diseases of the small intestine, including Crohn’s disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, and removal of small bowel polyps, among others.”
