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Archive > April, 2009 Vol. X, No. 4

What's New With Endoscopes

From advanced articulation to improved image sensors and wireless HD capabilities, these rigid and semi-rigid instruments are evolving along with the surgical techniques they serve.

Daniel Cook, Managing Editor

Some believe that the recent surge in single-incision laparoscopic surgeries has spurred the advancement of rigid and semi-rigid endoscopes. Others claim surgical pioneers are taking advantage of improved scope mechanics and hardware to push the envelope of minimally invasive surgery. Whichever came first makes for an interesting discussion, but no one can debate that articulating tips, full-HD displays and improved imaging sensors are the hottest things going in new endoscope designs.

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