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Fiber optics in medicine

M Epstein

    Critical Reviews in Biomedical Engineering
    |February 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary

    Fiber optics revolutionize medical imaging and illumination, particularly in endoscopes for internal visualization. This review details their evolution, fabrication, and diverse applications in surgery and diagnostics.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Technology
    • Biomedical Optics
    • Materials Science

    Background:

    • Fiber optics are crucial for medical imaging and illumination, especially in endoscopic procedures.
    • The article reviews the 20-year evolution of fiber-optic endoscopes, focusing on fabrication and applications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the evolution of fiber-optic endoscopes over the past two decades.
    • To examine fabrication techniques of optical fibers for imaging and illumination.
    • To detail the diverse applications of fiber optics in various medical specialties.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of historical development and technological advancements in fiber-optic endoscopes.
    • Analysis of fabrication techniques for step-index and graded-index fibers.
    • Description of endoscope designs and their utilization across medical fields.

    Main Results:

    • Fiber-optic endoscopes have significantly advanced visualization of internal organs and tissues.
    • Low-loss optical fibers enable laser energy transmission for surgical applications and photocoagulation.
    • Diverse applications include remote spectrophotometry, pressure sensing, and in vivo oximetry.

    Conclusions:

    • Fiber optics are integral to modern medical diagnostics and therapeutics, offering versatile solutions.
    • Continued development in fiber optic technology promises further innovation in medical instrumentation.
    • The review highlights the broad impact of fiber optics across numerous medical specialties.

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