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* Insertion portion (applied part)
This portion is inserted into body cavities
and consists of the distal end, bending
portion and flexible portion.
Distal end *
Consists of the objective lens, air/water nozzle, and
forceps outlet. Air/water supply and suction are operated
by the buttons on the control portion.
Flexible portion *
Connects bending portion and control portion.
The endoscope can be inserted into the body
cavity up to this portion.
Waterproof cap
Prevents water from getting on electrical contacts.
Video connector
Connected to the video connector socket of
the processor.
Enlarged view of distal end
Bending portion *
Bends when inserted.
This portion bends by operating the lever on
the control portion.
Chapter 3 Names and Functions of Parts
Light guide
Balloon air feed outlet
Air/water nozzle
LG connector
This connector connects to the scope
socket on the light source.
Suction connector
Accepts tube from suction unit.
S connector
Accepts S-cord when using electrosurgical
instrument (electric cautery).
Objective lens
Forceps outlet
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