Single-use therapeutic gastroscope

The single-use therapeutic gastroscope is a newly approved disposable device designed for complex therapeutic interventions in gastrointestinal endoscopy. This pilot feasibility study assessed its clinical performance during 19 therapeutic procedures, including gastrointestinal bleeding management, pancreatic necrosectomies, foreign body removals, stent placements, and cryo-balloon ablations. The device demonstrated an 84% intraprocedural technical success rate, with clinical success achieved universally when technical success was attained. However, in 16% of cases, clinicians had to switch to reusable gastroscopes due to limitations like poor visibility, suction occlusion, or inadequate scope angulation. User experience rated the device at 3.2 out of 5, reflecting moderate satisfaction. No adverse events were reported, indicating short-term safety. While the single-use gastroscope shows promise for therapeutic applications, its performance limitations and moderate usability suggest the need for further refinement. Broader studies are required to assess its long-term therapeutic reliability, visual performance, and environmental sustainability compared to reusable endoscopes.