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What is the main purpose of inserting an endoscope through an incision or opening in the body?
What is the main purpose of inserting an endoscope through an incision or opening in the body?
- To take a sample of tissue for analysis
- To examine the area under investigation (correct)
- To remove foreign objects
- To repair damaged tissues
What is the purpose of biopsy forceps in endoscopy?
What is the purpose of biopsy forceps in endoscopy?
- To provide light during the procedure
- To take a sample of tissue for analysis (correct)
- To hold the endoscope in place
- To clean the endoscope
What is the typical diameter of the fine glass fibers in a fiberoptic instrument?
What is the typical diameter of the fine glass fibers in a fiberoptic instrument?
- 1 mm
- 100 μm
- 10 μm (correct)
- 1 μm
Why do fiberoptic instruments have a 'packing fraction'?
Why do fiberoptic instruments have a 'packing fraction'?
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What is an advantage of fiberoptic bundles?
What is an advantage of fiberoptic bundles?
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What is a limitation of fiberoptic bundles?
What is a limitation of fiberoptic bundles?
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What is the main difference between a fiberoptic endoscope and a video-endoscope?
What is the main difference between a fiberoptic endoscope and a video-endoscope?
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What is an advantage of video-endoscopes?
What is an advantage of video-endoscopes?
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What is a limitation of video-endoscopes?
What is a limitation of video-endoscopes?
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What is the purpose of the CCD chip in a video-endoscope?
What is the purpose of the CCD chip in a video-endoscope?
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