[Design of Single-Use Duodenoscope Image Processing System].

Objective: To design a single-use duodenoscope image processing system that reduces the cost of duodenoscopes while ensuring high-definition (HD) imaging. After use, the system eliminates the need to clean and sterilize the duodenoscope, thereby effectively eliminating the risk of cross-infection. Methods: tests and prototype tests. Results: test results showed that the single-use duodenoscope image processing system meets the requirements for clinical application. Clinical trial results demonstrated that the HD images of the pharyngeal, gastric, and duodenal models are clear with realistic color reproduction. Conclusion: The single-use duodenoscope image processing system can overcome the shortcomings of existing reusable duodenoscopes, which are difficult to sterilize and clean and more prone to cross-infection. Its image quality can also achieve the HD standard of reusable duodenoscope systems.