While rigid endoscopy has typically been applied to a number of terrestrial species in the veterinary field, modifications of human-use equipment are easily utilized in the piscine patient.
Most applications suggest the laparoscope for evaluation of reproductive status in fish.
This presentation discusses the necessary techniques and provides sample photographs of endoscope images of coelomic cavity and gills. Anesthesia, a mandatory part of piscine endoscopy, is also discussed.