10 Questions
What is the main purpose of inserting an endoscope through an incision or opening in the body?
To examine the area under investigation
What is the purpose of biopsy forceps in endoscopy?
To take a sample of tissue for analysis
What is the typical diameter of the fine glass fibers in a fiberoptic instrument?
10 μm
Why do fiberoptic instruments have a 'packing fraction'?
Due to the space between the fibers
What is an advantage of fiberoptic bundles?
They are extremely flexible
What is a limitation of fiberoptic bundles?
The image quality can never equal that of a rigid lens system or a video-endoscope
What is the main difference between a fiberoptic endoscope and a video-endoscope?
The way the image is transmitted
What is an advantage of video-endoscopes?
They have improved image quality
What is a limitation of video-endoscopes?
They cannot be used without a monitor
What is the purpose of the CCD chip in a video-endoscope?
To transmit the image
Learn about the internal components of an endoscope, including the use of prisms, lenses, and fibre optic light bundles. Understand how they work together to provide illumination and angled views during medical procedures.
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