Enhanced suction that enables quick, powerful evacuation when dealing with gastrointestinal (GI) bleeds, colonic decompression, poor prep or retained residual food cases
Offers the ability to irrigate as much as desired
Direct visualization to target cleansing and evacuation sites, allowing clinicians to focus on the patient’s diagnosis and/or treatment
Instrument access, enabling the clinician to utilize suction capabilities as well as provide therapeutic treatment via the accessory channel
The evacuation and debulking of blood, blood clots, semi-solid stool, and fluid has been reported to be important for an effective diagnosis. The process of clearing/cleaning the area can be difficult and time consuming, potentially increasing patient risk due to extended procedure times and sedation requirements. Utilizing the endoscopic controls for suction and irrigation is an established practice during GI endoscopy procedures and based on user familiarity and training, is typically used throughout routine procedures. However, when there are particularly challenging circumstances (i.e. blood clots or poorly prepped colons), the volume and consistency of the material to be removed results in a lengthier, arduous process.
The BioVac device has been designed to address these challenging circumstances. The BioVac device bypasses the endoscope suction valve, internal working mechanisms of the endoscope (that include flow restrictions and internal venting), and the endoscopic umbilical cord. The suction power delivered to the end of the endoscopic channel is markedly increased, improving suction efficiency and effectiveness.