Endoscopic optical coherence tomography system probe
Definition
A sterile endoscopic device intended to scan cross-sectional images of tissues within non-vascular luminal structures [e.g., gastrointestinal tract (GI), urinary tract] at a microscopic level. It is a flexible fibreoptic bundle with a rotating distal end designed to emit a light beam whereby real-time, in-depth, high-resolution imagery is produced by means of volumetric laser endomicroscopy (VLE) technology; it may also provide tissue laser marking for visual referencing. It is inserted through the working channel of an endoscope and may be inflated in situ with an inflator; the proximal end connects to the system’s console. It may also be used ex-vivo. This is a single-use device.