Boston Scientific SpyGlass DS Digital Controller Advanced Imaging for ERCP & Cholangioscopy

Boston Scientific SpyGlass DS Digital Controller — Advanced Imaging Control for Pancreatico-Biliary Endoscopy

Unlock Unparalleled Visualization and Control in Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Procedures

The Boston Scientific SpyGlass DS Digital Controller is the central command module of the SpyGlass DS and DS II Direct Visualization Systems, engineered to deliver high-definition, real-time imaging of the pancreaticobiliary system during ERCP interventions. Crafted for single-operator efficiency, this sophisticated controller seamlessly receives, processes, illuminates, and transmits video from the SpyScope DS or DS II catheter—empowering clinicians with enhanced clarity and precision.

Key Features & Capabilities

Cutting-Edge Imaging & Illumination
Designed to deliver optimal visualization, the controller emits and regulates illumination via built-in LED systems, enabling clear views deep within biliary and pancreatic ducts. Brightness levels can be finely adjusted using intuitive front-panel controls.

Plug-and-Play Setup for Operational Efficiency
Engineered for seamless integration, the controller mounts conveniently on standard ERCP carts and supports quick connection via DVI, VGA, or S-Video output—allowing clinicians to begin diagnostic or therapeutic procedures with minimal setup time.

Robust Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Reliability
Designed for continuous operation in demanding clinical environments, the controller satisfies stringent safety, electromagnetic, and mechanical standards (e.g., IEC 60601). It supports a wide range of input voltages (100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz) and features reliable ventilation to guard against overheating during extended use.

Compact, Durable Design
With a compact footprint (approx. 33.0 cm × 11.5 cm × 39.5 cm) and a manageable weight (~6.8 kg), the SpyGlass DS Digital Controller is both space-efficient and highly portable for clinical settings.

Compatibility & System Integration
Fully compatible with the SpyScope DS or DS II Access & Delivery Catheters—allowing high-resolution visualization and accessory guidance for both diagnostic and therapeutic applications, such as targeted biopsies, stone fragmentation, and stricture treatment.

All-in-One System Enablement
As a core component of the SpyGlass DS System, the controller facilitates advanced cholangioscopic workflows—enabling clinicians to perform direct biopsy, stone management, and accessory-guided interventions that are more effective than conventional ERCP alone.

Clinical Value & Outcomes

Improved Diagnostic Yield
The SpyGlass DS System (controller plus digital catheter) offers superior image resolution, a wider field of view, and more accurate targeting. One registry demonstrated improved sensitivity and diagnostic accuracy, with 64% of diagnostic outcomes altered based on direct visualization.

Enhanced Stone Management
This platform has demonstrated high success rates in fragmenting and clearing large or difficult biliary stones in single ERCP sessions—boosting clinical efficiency and patient outcomes.

Procedural Efficiency & Clinical Reach
With its intuitive setup and single-operator design, the system streamlines workflow, reducing the need for repeat procedures. Since 2015, it has impacted more than 110,000 patients across 65+ countries.

Technical & Safety Considerations

User Qualifications
The device is intended for use by trained physicians experienced in ERCP and cholangioscopy, with a thorough understanding of associated risks and techniques.

Safety Precautions
Users must ensure proper placement and ventilation, avoid placing liquids or heat sources near the controller, and refrain from opening the cabinet. Only approved SpyScope catheters should be connected to avoid damage or malfunction.

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