Olympus single-channel endoscope

What does "Olympus single-channel endoscope" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

An Olympus single-channel endoscope is a medical tool used by doctors to look inside a person's body without having to make large incisions. The "single-channel" part means that this tool has one pathway for various instruments to pass through. Olympus is the company that makes this tool. This endoscope is often used to examine areas like the digestive tract, lungs, or other internal organs.

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