EndoSheath® Bronchoscopy represents the new alternative to conventional flexible bronchoscopy procedures. For the first time, pulmonologists and bronchoscopists can get high performance endoscopic imaging and functionality with the EndoSheath® Technology, the only sterile, disposable option for flexible endoscopy.
What is EndoSheath® Technology?
Vision Sciences® unique line of bronchoscopes utilize the pioneering EndoSheath® Technology, providing a durable, protective barrier between the scope and patient. EndoSheath®Technology is a sterile, disposable sheath that covers the bronchoscope and completely isolates the bronchoscope from patient contact. The sheath incorporates a sterile, disposable channel for suction and tool passage, and supports a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. An integrated protective control body cover allows maximum usage of endoscope controls without contaminating the equipment.
How does EndoSheath® Technology work?
Prior to the procedure, the bronchoscope is placed inside a new, sterile sheath. Following the procedure, the bronchoscope is removed from the sheath, which is then discarded. The sheath eliminates the need for toxic high-level disinfection/sterilization routines between each patient. The result is a safe, sterile instrument for each patient and rapid equipment turnaround for the practice.
What does EndoSheath® Bronchoscopy mean for the pulmonologist and the staff?
EndoSheath® Bronchoscopy provides the pulmonologist the ultimate in practice efficiency and high-performance bronchoscopy. Because of the unique EndoSheath® feature of rapid turnaround, pulmonologists do not have to wait for equipment to be reprocessed, thus EndoSheath® Bronchoscopes are always ready when the pulmonologist is ready. With Vision Sciences® line of high performance video and fiberoptic bronchoscopes, pulmonologists get the ultimate in clinical efficiency without compromising on the functional or therapeutic procedural needs.
EndoSheath® Bronchoscopy also provides the pulmonologist with a unique advantage unparalleled in endoscopy. Vision Sciences® Bronchoscopes have the capacity to utilize different models of EndoSheath® Technology sheaths, each with its own specific channel size. This allows a pulmonologist to specifically select the size of the channel depending on the procedure or the patient needs on a moment’s notice, no longer requiring a rack of various conventional procedure-specific scopes.
The EndoSheath® Pulmonology practice staff has the opportunity for a new level of efficiency, flexibility, and safety. The EndoSheath® technology means less staff and equipment exposure to toxic disinfection chemicals.The simple preparation routine of the system frees up staff time normally spent on the conventional bronchoscope reprocessing routines, increasing productivity and the ability to keep room and equipment turnaround from throwing off the day’s schedule. Additionally, an “always ready” bronchoscope means that unexpected patient add-ons are easily fit into a busy day’s schedule.
For the practice itself, the EndoSheath® technology helps keep the capital equipment budget low, by providing one flexible bronchoscope that can do the work of many conventional scopes, reducing the need for turnaround inventory. The reduced inventory and the reduced exposure to toxic chemical disinfection routines also allows for lower service and repair expenses.
Becoming an EndoSheath® Pulmonology practice
Vision-Sciences pulmonology product line features state-of-the-art flexible fiberoptic and video based systems, suitable for any practice.
The BRS-5000 is the ideal video bronchoscopy system for today’s pulmonology practice; an ultra-portable and versatile video endoscopy system that is always ready. The compact size of the overall system makes it perfect for small quarters or a busy clinic with multiple rooms. With pioneering features in endoscopic function, integration, and portability, the Vision Sciences video bronchoscopy system is perfect for pulmonology practices looking to make the leap into high performance imaging.
The BRS-4000* is a state-of-the-art flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope designed to integrate into any pulmonology practice, big or small.With the EndoSheath® technology and compatibility with any manufacturer's light sources, this flexible bronchoscope can go anywhere, anytime for the optimal in efficient and effective bronchoscopy. (* Regulatory Approvals in process, please contact Vision-Sciences for availability in your market.)
All Vision Sciences® bronchoscopes utilize EndoSheath® Technology with various channel sizes allowing the physician, for the first time, the freedom to ‘customize’ the bronchoscope to fit the procedure and patient.
For additional and complete product details on the BRS-5000 and BRS-4000, please visit our product catalog page.
