Desktop medical endoscope host

The multifunctional desktop medical endoscope host is a core device that integrates image processing, light source control, data management and other functions, supporting the clinical application of multiple endoscopes such as hard endoscopes, soft endoscopes, and electronic endoscopes. The following is a system analysis from three aspects: principle, advantages and functions:

1. Working principle

Modular architecture design

Image processing module: equipped with FPGA or ASIC chip (such as Xilinx UltraScale+), supports 4K/8K video real-time processing (delay <50ms), and is compatible with DICOM 3.0 standard.

Light source control module: adopts intelligent feedback adjustment technology, output brightness range 50,000~200,000 lux, color temperature adjustable (3000K~6500K), and adapts to multiple modes such as white light/NBI/IR.

Data interaction module: built-in Gigabit Ethernet/USB 3.2 Gen2×2 interface, transmission rate up to 20Gbps, supports direct connection to PACS system.

Multimodal imaging technology

Spectral fusion: RGB+near-infrared (such as 850nm) multi-channel synchronous acquisition is achieved through a beam splitter to enhance tumor boundary recognition (sensitivity increased by 40%).

Dynamic noise reduction: Based on deep learning algorithms (such as TensorRT acceleration), the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) is >36dB under low illumination.

Energy and heat dissipation management

High-efficiency switching power supply (conversion efficiency >90%), with liquid cooling system, ensures continuous operation for 12 hours with a temperature rise of <15°C.

2. Core advantages

Integrated integration

A single host replaces traditional split equipment (such as light source machine, camera system, pneumoperitoneum machine), saving 60% of operating room space and reducing wiring complexity by 80%.

Cross-platform compatibility

Supports multi-brand scopes such as Olympus, Storz, Fuji (adapted through LEMO/SMP interface), and the conversion time is <30 seconds.

Intelligent auxiliary function

AI real-time annotation: automatic identification of polyps (such as CADe system, with an accuracy of 98%), bleeding points, and marking of lesion range (error <0.5mm).

Surgical navigation: integration of preoperative CT/MRI data to achieve AR overlay navigation (such as Proximie system).

Cost-effectiveness

The equipment procurement cost is 25% lower than that of the split solution, and the maintenance cycle is extended to 5,000 hours (3,000 hours for traditional equipment).

III. Clinical application effect

Improve diagnostic efficiency

One-click switching of NBI/fluorescence mode, the detection rate of early esophageal cancer increased from 65% to 92% (data from the National Cancer Center of Japan).

Optimize surgical process

Integrate energy platform (such as high-frequency electric knife, ultrasonic knife) control to reduce intraoperative equipment switching time by 70%.

Telemedicine support

5G+edge computing realizes 4K live broadcast (bit rate H.265 50Mbps), and experts can remotely guide grassroots hospital operations.

Research and teaching

Built-in case database (supports 1000+ hours of video storage), with VR playback function, for physician training.

IV. Technological frontiers and challenges

Innovation direction

Quantum dot imaging: CdSe/ZnS quantum dot coating improves CMOS photosensitivity by 300%, suitable for low-dose fluorescence imaging.

Holographic projection: Optical waveguide technology realizes naked-eye 3D surgical field of view (such as Magic Leap 2 application).

Existing challenges

Data security: Need to comply with GDPR/HIPAA standards, encryption chips (such as Intel SGX) increase hardware costs by 15%.

Lack of standardization: Interface protocols of various manufacturers are not unified, and IEEE 11073 standard is still in progress.

V. Comparison of Typical Products

Brand/Model Resolution Features Price Range

Storz IMAGE1 S 4K HDR Intelligent Light Control (D-Light P) $50,000~80k

Olympus EVIS X1 8K Dual-channel AI Analysis $100k+

Domestic Mindray MVS-900 4K Domestic FPGA+5G Module $30k~50k

Summary

The multifunctional desktop endoscope host has become the "nerve center" of modern minimally invasive surgery centers through high integration and intelligence. Its technological evolution is moving towards cross-modal fusion (such as OCT+ultrasound), cloud collaboration (edge computing+remote surgery), and consumables management (modular replacement). It is expected to have a compound growth rate of 12.3% in the next five years (Grand View Research data). When choosing, it is necessary to balance clinical needs (such as gynecology/gastroenterology dedicated mode) and long-term scalability (such as AI algorithm OTA upgrade capability).