University of Pennsylvania, U.S.
V-scope system may enhance efficiency of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
Published in Telemedicine Week, September 12th, 2006
According to recent research published in the journal Endoscopy, "A new duodenoscope (the V-scope), with a modified elevator used in combination with a dedicated short guide wire, constitutes the V-system. This system is intended to allow fixation of the guide wire at the elevator lever, thereby enhancing the speed and reliability of accessory exchange over a guide wire during ERCP. The aim of this study was to evaluate the extent to which the V-system provides improved...
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Source: Telemedicine Week (2006-09-12)
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