XBX Repeating ENT Endoscope Equipment

Comprehensive introduction to reusable ENT endoscopes

I. Product definition and classification system

(1) Basic classification

Nasal endoscope system

Diameter specifications: 2.7mm/4.0mm/4.8mm

Viewing angle selection: 0°/30°/70°/120°

Working length: 180-300mm

Laryngoscope system

Straight laryngoscope: 70° forward tilt design

Curved laryngoscope: 90° adjustable bend

Microlaryngoscope: integrated magnifying optical system

Ear endoscope system

Ultra-thin type: 1.9mm diameter (for tympanic examination only)

Therapeutic type: 3mm with working channel

(2) Functional classification

II. Core structure and material engineering

Optical system

Rod mirror group transmission: using Schott B270 optical glass

Anti-fog treatment: Nano-hydrophobic coating (contact angle>110°)

Depth of field range: 3-100mm adjustable

Mechanical structure

Bending part: Tungsten wire braided layer (bending life>50,000 times)

Sealing system: Triple O-ring design (IPX8 waterproof)

Surface treatment technology

Antibacterial coating: Silver ion composite polymer

Wear-resistant treatment: Diamond-like carbon coating (hardness HV2000)

III. Comparison of key technical parameters

Parameter item Nasal endoscope standard Otoscope standard Laryngoscope advanced model

Field of view 75° 60° 90°

Resolution 400,000 pixels 300,000 pixels 500,000 pixels

Working distance 50-150mm 10-50mm 80-200mm

Light intensity 30,000lux 20,000lux 50,000lux

Pressure resistance 3bar 1.5bar 5bar

IV. Management of the whole process of disinfection and sterilization

Standardized process

Pretreatment (within 15 minutes after use)

Enzyme washing (including protease cleaning agent, 40℃)

Leak detection (0.3MPa pressure test)

Sterilization (56 minutes of low-temperature plasma cycle)

Key control points

Tube cavity brushing: must pass through all channels

Drying treatment: compressed air (0.2MPa) purging

Storage conditions: special hanging cabinet (humidity <60%)

Life monitoring indicators

Optical performance attenuation: MTF value drops by >30% and is eliminated

Mechanical failure rate: bending Failure rate of the institution > 5% requires maintenance

V. Analysis of clinical application scenarios

Ninus application

Nasal sinus surgery navigation (error < 0.5mm)

Epiphalgia location (NBI mode detection rate 92%)

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma screening (combined NBI sensitivity 89%)

Otology application

Tympanoplasty (0.2mm precision operation)

Cochlear implant

External auditory canal tumor assessment

Laryngeal application

Vocal cord polypectomy (combined laser)

Laryngeal cancer T staging (accuracy 88%)

Children's adenoids assessment

VI. In-depth comparison with disposable products

Comparison dimensions Advantages of reusable scopes Limitations of disposable products

Imaging quality 500,000-pixel optical system Usually ≤300,000-pixel CMOS

Operation feel 1:1 torque transmission Operation delay exists

Environmental cost Carbon footprint of single scope life cycle reduced by 75% Medical waste generated for each use

Special treatment Supports energy platforms such as laser/radio frequency For diagnostic purposes only

Long-term cost Cost of use reduced by 60% in 3 years Single cost fixed

VII. Technical profile of typical products

Storz nasal endoscope system

Optical system: Hopkins cylindrical lens

Special function: integrated DNR noise reduction

Compatible instruments: full range of FESS instruments

Wolf ear endoscope set

Ultra-thin diameter: 1.9mm/2.7mm optional

Working channel: 0.8mm flushing channel

Temperature range: -20℃ to 135℃

Olympus laryngoscope system

4K imaging: 3840×2160 resolution

Intelligent exposure: 1024 partition metering

Expansion interface: DVI/3G-SDI output

8. Maintenance management specifications

Daily maintenance points

Leak detection before daily use

Weekly optical calibration

Monthly mechanical parts lubrication

Fault warning indicators

Black spots appear in the image (sign of CCD damage)

Bending resistance increased by 20% (wire fatigue)

Seal test pressure dropped by >10%

Cost control strategy

Optimization of spare parts inventory for key components

Preventive maintenance plan (PPM)

Third-party repair service evaluation

9. Technology development trend

Material breakthrough

Self-healing polymer (automatic repair of tiny scratches)

Graphene thermal conductive layer (solves atomization problem)

Intelligent upgrade

Real-time AI-assisted diagnosis (polyp recognition rate >95%)

5G remote consultation (delay <50ms)

Function integration

OCT optical coherence tomography integration

Multispectral fluorescence imaging

Tactile feedback system

10. Market application status

Global market structure

Market size in 2023: $890 million

Major manufacturers:

Karl Storz (32% share)

Olympus (28%)

Richard Wolf (18%)

Clinical application data

Use rate in sinus surgery: 92%

Otology diagnosis accuracy: 89%

Average service life: 350 times

Cost-benefit analysis

Return on investment for tertiary hospitals: 2.3 years

Cost per use: $45-120 (including disinfection)

Professional use recommendations

Purchasing guide

Thirteenth-level hospitals: Choose 4K surgical-grade systems

Primary care: Consider 720P diagnostic-grade configurations

Pediatric specialty: Prioritize ultra-fine diameter models

Key points of technical training

Optical system maintenance (2 hours per month)

Precise disinfection process (annual refresher training)

Emergency handling of faults (practical assessment)

Quality control standards

Comply with YY/T 0287 medical device standards

Pass ISO 13485 certification

Execute the manufacturer's PM plan

This product maintains an irreplaceable position in the field of ENT, and its technological evolution is moving towards "clearer, more durable, and smarter". With proper use and maintenance, it can ensure a stable service cycle of more than 5 years, and is the most cost-effective specialist endoscopy solution.