New stylus 720 sw digital camera released as the worlds first shockresistant and waterproof camera. Intelligent software built into the system simplifies the reading and analysis. Highresolution imaging, realtime viewing, ease of use and proprietary hard and software make endocapsule a comprehensive and powerful system redefining capsule endoscopy. Sep 21, 2007 olympus medical systems corporation head office. Since producing the worlds first gastrocamera in 1950, olympus has achieved several milestones in the field of endoscopy. For remote maintenance without downtime of endobase next by olympus. Endoatlas contains highresolution images and detailed case reports, making it a valuable tool for education, training and skills development in the areas of optical diagnosis and narrow band imaging. Endocapsule 10 system the endocapsule 10 system is a comprehensive system for fast, efficient, and precise examinations of the small intestine. Olympus capsule endoscopy animation olympus endocapsule. Olympus medical systems group introduces endo capsule in the united states.
Intelligent software built into the system simplifies the reading and analysis of. Olympus aim is to contribute to the advancement of safe,reliable and efficient medical observation and treatment. Olympus and movaz networks launched olympus microsystems america, inc. Endo capsule, knowledge exchange ke and unifia software. Olympus was originally founded in 1919 as a microscope and thermometer company. The olympus endocapsule redefines the power of capsule endoscopy with highresolution imaging, an ultracompact lens, wide field of view, and four white led lights. Health level 7 hl7, dicom, printers, and computer hardware. The olympus endocapsule system brings you 65 years of gi endoscopy innovation, all in one powerful little capsule. Benefits of capsule endoscopy the primary benefit of the small bowel capsule endoscope is its ability to provide physicians with complete and direct visualization for evaluation of the small bowel. Olympus launches nextgeneration endocapsule 10 system for. The endocapsule 10 platform capitalizes on olympus superior imaging technology. Olympus launches minimally invasive innovation for capsule. Capsule endoscopy is a regulatoryapproved and effective diagnostic procedure for identifying abnormalities of the gi tract. The device has a frame rate of three images per second.
The companys gastroenterology division includes a variety of products for procedures such as colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, egd, emr, ercp, eus, foreign body retrevial. May 15, 2014 olympus announced the commercial availability of its 510k cleared, nextgeneration endocapsule 10 system for small bowel capsule endoscopy procedures today, thousands of americans are plagued with disorders of the small bowel, including chronic constipation or diarrhea, bleeding, infections, cancers, ulcers, obstructions, celiac and crohns disease, and irritable. Olympus, a precision technology leader in designing and delivering innovative solutions in medical and surgical products, among other core businesses, announced today the commercial availability of its 510k cleared, nextgeneration endocapsule 10 system for small bowel capsule endoscopy procedures. Since its initial development by given imaging 1, this technology has attracted many companies to produce different versions such as pillcam 2, olympus america endo capsule 3, omom pill 4. Capsule endoscopy all medical specialities olympus. Olympus is releasing its new endocapsule 10 system, a swallowable electronic pill, for imaging the small intestine. Since the early 1990s, by applying micromachine technology, nanotechnology and other advanced technologies, olympus has been conducting research and development activities into capsule endoscopy as a future technology. These pictures are selected by comparing pictures with changes. Improved endo capsule software enhances diagnostic experience. On april 1, 2015, after 26 years of development and support of the endoworks software platform, olympus announced it will be discontinuing the product, effective march 31, 2018. Designed to optimize your small bowel capsule endoscopy practice, the featurerich and highly intuitive endocapsule system is the culmination of peerless olympus imaging technology, continuous. Write technical documentation for the internal knowledge base to provide. The cases included in endoatlas have been provided by renowned global experts and the number of cases is constantly growing. Top global medical device companies medical product outsourcing.
Endoatlas olympus innovations olympus medical hong kong. There is established training infrastructure in place for most endoscopic procedures in. Endo capsule for small bowel visualization gains clearance. Olympus introduces its improved userfriendly endo capsule software version 1. Components keyboard, mouse, and endo capsule software light cdr each 1 piece capsule endoscope system set a. One has to simply swallow the endo capsule, a pill sized 11mm in external diameter and 26mm in length capsule equipped with a tiny camera and lights, allows pictures to.
Improved endo capsule software enhances diagnostic. Oct 24, 2009 olympus, a precision technology leader, creating innovative optodigital solutions in healthcare, life science and consumer electronics products, today announced the introduction of its improved. Olympus endotherapy offers an array of accessories for a variety of endoscopic hemostasis procedures for the gi tract such as endoscopic clipping, loop ligation, thermal coagulation, injection therapy, and combination therapy. Reporting a ce video requires identification of landmarks and interpretation of pathology to formulate a management plan. Designed to optimize your small bowel capsule endoscopy practice, the featurerich and highly intuitive endocapsule ec10 system is the culmination of peerless olympus imaging technology, continuous software innovation, thoughtful advances in procedural and practice efficiency, and a comprehensive approach to service and support. As the capsule passes through the gastrointestinal gi tract, it captures 2 pictures per second, which are sent by a radio transmitter to a. The endocapsule platform of olympus has developed ce reading software named auto. Capsule endoscopy ce is a new modality to investigate the small bowel. Olympus imaging technology, continuous software innovation. Olympus offers a broad range of services to healthcare professionals and to our customers, including contact hour and peerbased training courses.
Designed to optimize your small bowel capsule endoscopy practice, the. Olympus launches new, minimally invasive capsule endoscopy system. Capsule endoscopy animation olympus endocapsule youtube. The endocapsule 10 system features advanced olympus lens. The microcam is designed to offer a 170 degree field of view and high resolution images.
Feb 09, 2016 designed to optimize your small bowel capsule endoscopy practice, the featurerich and highly intuitive endocapsule system is the culmination of peerless olympus imaging technology, continuous. This means that with a onetime capital investment, you will have the necessary viewing software and recording device to use for every capsule type. Olympus medical systems group introduced endo capsule in the united states. Olympus sdk software development kit dec 21, 2005 if the camera can do it, your application can do it. Components endocapsule 10 v2 software full maj2188.
Examinations are further supported by the systems advanced software, providing smart and safe functions and features such as 3d track and the innovative omni. Since then the company has expanded into a number of different areas including medical devices. Stateoftheart olympus endoscopic imaging technology delivers highquality images with wide viewing angle to facilitate accurate observations and reliable diagnoses. This information is intended only to provide general guidance. May 15, 2014 may 15, 2014 olympus announced the commercial availability of its 510k cleared, nextgeneration endocapsule 10 system for small bowel capsule endoscopy procedures. Endocapsule patient information olympus america medical. Olympus imaging technology, continuous software innovation, thoughtful advances in. The inside of the m2a capsule 1 optical dome, 2 lens holder, 3 lens, 4 leds, 5 cmos imager, 6 battery, 7 rf transmitter, 8 antenna. Endo capsule, which includes the capsule endoscope, the data recorder with patient harness and the realtime viewer as well as a computer workstation and monitor, is the latest among many solutions developed by olympus to help physicians observe and treat a broad range of conditions in the gi tract. Olympus capsule endoscopy for small bowel examination.
Maj1473 1 piece components olympus ec type 1 capsule endoscope 5 pieces. The olympus endocapsule takes two pictures per second for approximately twelve hours as it travels through the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine and is excreted naturally. According to the manufacturer, the diameter of the small intestine is around 30 mm, and the dimensions of the endo capsule have been carefully chosen as optimal for this measurement. Olympus medical systems, tokyo, japan, launched a capsule endoscope in several countries in 2005. Even though the software offers tools to aid in diagnosis, it is intended to be used only by qualified medical professionals. Olympus launches highresolution capsule endoscope in usa. We have reported about the endo capsule system, a 26mm long. Now a research team led by tohoku university professor, wataru yashiro has developed. Olympus launches highresolution capsule endoscope in u. Olympus launches highresolution endo capsule system in.
It is very important that you consult your doctor about your specific condition. Capsule endoscopy endocapsule 10 system olympus europe. Innovations from a proven leader in the field of endoscopy culminate in the latest capsule endoscopes. Top global medical device companies medical product. Olympus medical systems has announced the official european launch of its proprietary highresolution endo capsule system on october 24.
Capsule endoscopy is proving to improve patient outcomes, without. Olympus introduces endo capsule software for examining high. The image quality of the capsule endoscope, which contains ccd and led, was designed to be identical to that of a conventional endoscope by using highspeed wireless transmission and advanced imaging processing technologies. Endocapsule, knowledge exchange ke and unifia software. Each solution featured in the pillcam capsule endoscopy platform works with rapid software v8. Executives did not specify the impact of the endo capsule on domestic sales, but said the development of the device has reinvigorated the firms focus on minimally invasive. Olympus re1 battery life 8 hours or longer size weight 515 g dimensions 90 mm w x 175 mm h x 43 mm d components battery pack. Olympus endocapsule 10 system, a camera pill for improved. Since the early 1990s, olympus has been conducting research and development activities into capsule endoscopy as a future technology. Shinjukuku, tokyo is pleased to announce the launch of the olympus capsule endoscope system endo capsule, a highresolution capsule endoscope for visualization of the small intestine mucosa. Capsule endoscopy state of the technology and computer vision tools after the first decade 3 fig. Olympus recently announced the fda approval of the endo capsule for the visualization of the small bowel mucosa, part of olympus enteropro brand, a total solution designed to help physicians diagnose and treat small bowel abnormalities.
A complete capsule endoscopy solution with advanced reading modes to save you. Capsule endoscopy is currently recognized as one of the least invasive procedures that provides direct and complete imaging of the entire small bowel. The vce was developed as a singleuse, pillsize device. Capsule endoscopy state of the technology and computer. This announcement outlined a three year plan to assist olympus customers with their ongoing support requirements and migration options to ensure a smooth transition. Updates can simply be carried out overnight or at predetermined times, without shutting down the clients. The endocapsule 10 system is a comprehensive system for fast, efficient, and precise examinations of the small intestine.
Olympus, a precision technology leader in designing and delivering innovative solutions in medical and surgical products, among other core businesses, announced today the commercial availability of its 510k cleared, nextgeneration endocapsule 10 system for. Nov 30, 2018 even though the software offers tools to aid in diagnosis, it is intended to be used only by qualified medical professionals. Today, thousands of americans are plagued with disorders of the small bowel, including chronic constipation or diarrhea, bleeding, infections, cancers, ulcers, obstructions. Olympus endoscopic imaging technology makes diagnosis easier than ever thanks to highquality images along with excellent usability and efficiency, all of which are hallmarks of our continually evolving advancements in the field of endoscopy. Capsule endoscopy gastroenterology olympus medical systems. Capsule endoscopy is uniquely designed to visualize the small bowel in its entirety, thus allowing for the diagnosis and observation of small bowel lesions and disease states. Endoatlas olympus innovations olympus medical singapore. Endo capsule software light average color bar red color bar endocapsule software light simplified application software for diagnosis in the office environment olympus offers endo capsule software light on a cdr for physicians seeking efficient observation of capsule endoscope examination results on pcs outside the examination room. Dec 21, 2005 olympus xz1 olympus e3 olympus e300 olympus e400 olympus zuiko digital ed 1260mm 1. This electronic capsule is integrated with an image sensor, illumination optics, processing unit, communication modules, and batteries. Olympus endo capsule is a pillsized device measuring 11mm by 26mm equipped with a tiny camera and lights that enable doctors to take pictures of the small bowel.
Endobase next expect the next welcome to olympus olympus. I think this is an interesting area, and would like to see a pda control of the cameras, preferably by the standard usb interface, but in the future i would think a target for wireless. Reports have found that 3dimensional reconstruction can enhance the current reading software in capsule endoscopy by improving lesion demarcation and highlighting the textural features of ulcers, angioectasias, and polyps. Olympus introduces endo capsule software for examining. Susan oliver software support engineer level 2 olympus. The olympus endocapsule software provides a complex antenna consisting. Olympus, a precision technology leader, creating innovative optodigital solutions in healthcare, life science and consumer electronics products, today announced the introduction of. A typical wireless capsule endoscopy wce system consists of a pillshaped electronic capsule, sensor belt, data recorder, and a workstation computer with imageprocessing software, as illustrated in fig. Olympus launches new, minimally invasive capsule endoscopy. New e3 digital slr camera released in conjunction with three, new supersonic wave drive zuiko digital lenses. Endo capsule the olympus endo capsule measures 11 mm in external diameter and 26 mm in length. Intelligent software built into the system simplifies the reading and. Endo capsule includes features that reportedly provide physicians with unprecedented imaging capabilities of the small bowel, including high resolution, a. Its capsule endoscopy product, microcam, has received fda 510k clearance.
Capsule endoscopy is uniquely designed to visualize the small bowel in its entirety. Since its initial development by given imaging 1, this technology has attracted many companies to produce different versions such as pillcam 2, olympus america endocapsule 3, omom pill 4. Designed to optimize your small bowel capsule endoscopy practice, the featurerich and highly intuitive endocapsule ec10 system is the culmination of peerless olympus imaging technology, continuous software innovation. The olympus endocapsule takes two pictures per second for approximately twelve hours as it travels through the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine and is. Capsule endoscopy allows for examination of the small intestine, which cannot be easily reached by traditional methods of endoscopy. Over 50 years of endoscopic imaging experience have gone into the capsule endoscope development, and the road ahead looks even more promising. Feb 09, 2016 the olympus endocapsule system brings you 65 years of gi endoscopy innovation, all in one powerful little capsule.
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