Between each of these fibers is a dead space, void of image. These dead spaces create a honeycomb pattern on the eyepiece, reducing image quality. Solid state electronics makes the videoendoscope infinitely more durable and economical. Constant bending and flexing of fiberscopes cause individual fibers to break, leaving dark spots in the image. The videoendoscope continues to provide bright, clear color images long after fiberscopes have had to be replaced.
Color plays a critical role in medical diagnosis.
This color is easily viewed on the monitor, replacing the eyepiece of traditional fiberscopes, thus eliminating squinting and eye fatigue. The large screenmagnified image allows any number of veterinarians, consultants, assistants and students to view the procedure comfortably, without loss of image quality. At the touch of a button, the system's VCR unit produces videotapes of live procedures. The electronic signal is transmitted directly into the VCR, without the loss in image quality that occurs with video camera attachments of typical fiberscopes. Videotapes are invaluable for teaching, consultation and client education.