Cased Pan-Endosope
DateC.1980s
Object NamePan-Endosope
Mediumsteel, plastic. wood
ClassificationsMedicine and Healthcare
Dimensions6.4 x 17 x 36.5cm (case)
AcquisitionPresented in 2000 by Morag Middleton.
LocationView by Appointment
Object numberABDMS075230
About MeA Pan-Endoscope is a form of cystoscope that allows wide-angle viewing of urethra-bladder.A cystocscope is an instrument which allows a doctor to visually examine the bladder and urethra. By means of a lens, camera and light the procedure (cystoscopy) a doctor cane examine a patient for signs of tumours, bleeding, obstructions and infections. Instruments can be passed down the tube to carry out limited surgical procedures such as biopsy, removal of stone, clearing obstruction or placing a stent (a small tube) to by-pass an obstruction.
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
