A video endoscope system includes a reusable control cabinet and an
endoscope that is connectable thereto. The endoscope may be used with a
single patient and then disposed. The endoscope includes an illumination
mechanism, an image sensor, and an elongate shaft having one or more
lumens located therein. An articulation joint at the distal end of the
endoscope allows the distal end to be oriented by the actuators in the
control cabinet or actuators in a control handle of the endoscope.
Fluidics, electrical, navigation, image, display and data entry controls
are integrated into the system along with other accessories.
