Description And Function - Ambu aScope Gastro Instrucciones De Uso

2.2. Description and Function

The aScope Gastro is a sterile and single-use gastroscope for use within the upper
gastrointestinal tract. The aScope Gastro is inserted into the patient's upper
gastrointestinal tract through the mouth. The aScope Gastro is powered by connection to
the aBox 2 displaying unit. The aScope Gastro can be used with endotherapy accessories
and ancillary equipment for endoscopic procedures. The working channel allows for the
passage of endoscopic accessories, instillation of fluids, and suction of fluids.
The Water Jet function allows the instillation of fluids. The insufflation function allows
the instillation of CO₂ to expand the gastrointestinal lumen. Insufflation has multiple
purposes hence specification may not be necessary.
The aScope Gastro is intended for left-handed use.
The optical module in the distal tip consists of a camera housing which contains a
camera and LED light sources.
The user can angulate the distal tip in multiple planes for visualization of the upper
gastrointestinal tract by turning the control wheels to activate the bending section
(see figure 1). The bending section can bend up to 210° enabling a retroflexion to
visualize the fundus and esophageal sphincter.
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Figure 1
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