What is the most useful endoscope for a general small-animal practice to buy first?

A 9–10 mm outer diameter gastroscope with a 2.8 mm working channel handles the majority of upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, oesophagoscopy and foreign-body retrieval cases in canine and large feline patients. A 7.5–8 mm paediatric gastroscope extends reach to smaller patients and can double as a bronchoscope for cats.

How are flexible endoscopes reprocessed between patients?

Flexible endoscopes require high-level disinfection (HLD), not sterilisation, between patients. The standard cycle is enzymatic detergent pre-soak, manual cleaning of channels, followed by immersion in a high-level disinfectant (OPA, glutaraldehyde, or peracetic acid) for the manufacturer-specified contact time. A leak test must be performed before every reprocessing cycle.

What is the difference between full HD and 4K veterinary endoscopy systems?

Full HD (1080p) is the clinical standard for diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy in general veterinary practice. 4K provides incremental image quality benefit in specialised mucosal pathology work but does not change clinical outcomes for routine gastroscopy, foreign-body retrieval or bronchoscopy. For most practices, full HD delivers excellent quality at a meaningfully lower cost.

Endoscopy

Flexible endoscopy equipment addresses a growing procedural demand in companion animal practices, driven by increased pet owner expectations and the clinical advantages of minimally invasive diagnosis. IWA Medical supplies flexible endoscope systems, video processors, light sources, and reprocessing accessories suitable for gastroscopy, bronchoscopy, colonoscopy, and rhinoscopy in canine and feline patients.
Our endoscopy range provides distributors with a complete system solution — from scope and processor to light source, monitor, and reprocessing equipment — enabling single-source procurement conversations with clinic customers.

Flexible gastroscopes — 9–10 mm OD, 2.8 mm working channel for canine use
Paediatric and feline endoscopes — 7.5–8 mm OD for feline gastroscopy and bronchoscopy
Full HD video processors — 1080p output, compatible with standard medical monitors
LED light sources — long-life, consistent colour temperature
Biopsy forceps and retrieval accessories — consumable revenue stream

Product demonstrations, clinical training support, and repair referral programmes are available to distributors in key markets. Contact us for current pricing and technical specifications.