Top 8 Veterinary Endoscope Tools Every Vet Practitioner Should Have

To examine the insides of an animal, you’ll need a good set of veterinary endoscopy tools. Specialized endoscopy - bronchoscopy, laparoscopy, or cystoscopy - need a more refined set of scoping tools.

This is because tissue hardness and elasticity varies from species to species. That in mind, here are the 10 best veterinary endoscope tools you’ll need to complete your toolkit.

The Olympus EVIS EXERA 180 is a popular, flexible video endoscopy system that facilitates 1080i HDTV imaging at up to a 140° wide angle. Supported by a CLV-180 Xenon Light Source, this multifunctional vet endoscope comes in various lengths and diameters for a wider range of applications.

The EVIS EXERA  also comes with Narrow Band Imaging (NBI) for better capture of mucosal tissue and vascular details, making it the best choice for gastrointestinal and respiratory endoscopy. A brand new unit could set you back some US$18,000, but you can get refurbished sets for US$14,000–15,000.

Reescope’s Multi-functional Endoscope comes with a 5.5-inch 1280x720 HD display on a 130° swivel angle for better flexibility during procedures. Its insertion tube comes equipped with a low-temperature lens and a locking feature to ensure the scope stays in place, making it perfect for :

The handgrip on this system comes with hotkeys to help with adjusting scope brightness and capturing images. Powered with a 5000 mAh high-capacity battery and a slot for an SD memory card, Reescope’s endoscopy tool can also be used as a portable scope. The final  price quote depends on the customizations you go with on this scope unit.

The Karl Storz Hopkins II Rigid Endoscope’s rod-lens technology makes for the perfect scope when doing veterinary urogenital and orthopedic procedures. This scope unit gives you high-quality, crisp images at a 70° viewing angle.

Its wide range of sizes and diameters also makes it a great choice for use across species. The only downside here is that you’ll need a compatible, supporting light source. Prices for this vet scope set can reach up to US$5,000, depending on your specifics and customizations.

The Firefly Digital Wireless Endoscope is one of the best for conducting gastroscopy in larger animals. This scope affords you crisp diagnostic images at a 1280×720 HD resolution, thanks to its a 1 Mpx CMOS, high-sensitivity sensor.

The Firefly is also perfect for portable use – its cable-free build makes it one of the key endoscope tools to be used in field applications. It also supports WiFi connectivity and links to the Endo-I app for easy :

The Reescope Rigid Endoscope is a high-performance, USB-driven device offering a 140° field of view and one-touch photo capture for seamless documentation. Its front end is uniquely designed with a 25° tilt, providing enhanced observation angles and superior internal cavity coverage.

Unlike most fixed veterinary endoscopy systems, the Reescope Rigid Endoscope is portable and directly compatible with both Windows and Android devices, making it ideal for mobile use. Equipped with water and gas channels for efficient surgical cleanup, it is perfectly suited for abdominal cavity or uterine examinations.

Next on this list of top vet endoscope tools is the US$4,000 Vividia VE‑6130 with a built-in 3.5″ LCD screen displaying images and videos in crisp 1280×720 HD resolution. Its unique 360° joystick-controlled articulation helps veterinary professionals control the endoscope probe with increased precision and speed.

While portable, its lithium-ion battery only has a 3-hour usage on full charge, which can be a setback when performing complex probes into larger animals out on the field. However, it can store a substantial amount of video and image data, with an additional microSD slot supporting sizes up to 32GB.

The Penguin Plus-V is another one of the portable endoscope tools, designed specifically to monitor and retrieve foreign bodies from the inner ear, throat cavity, and nasal passages. This endoscope also comes with detachable, interchangeable heads and grips for easier switching between examination and retrieval modes.

Images and videos are captured in full clarity with its 1000x1000 HD resolution, backed by cutting-edge MSI imaging technology. This  ENT otoscope even comes with one-touch capture and multi-level brightness adjustment abilities. Boasting 8 hours of battery life, it connects via WiFi or USB to your smartphone for a makeshift endoscopy tower setup right in the fields.

The final entry on this list of the best endoscope tools for vets is the NanoScope arthroscopy system with its 400 × 400 pixel resolution and a 120° swivel view. Unlike others, this endoscopy unit uses a needle-sized, sterile, single-use camera with 1 mm imaging sensors, reducing the risk of cross-contamination, especially in field applications.

The scope’s camera is integrated with an adjustable LED illumination device, and the signals feed back directly into a connected 13” handheld display or tablet PC. What’s better is that the NanoScope links directly to patient data management systems like EHR, Surgeon App, and SurgeonVault for quick and easy data transfer/storage.

Endoscope tools are one of the vital necessities in vet medicine – be it in a clinic or out in the field. It’s important to invest in good endoscopy systems and equipment to aid specific diagnosis. If you’re curious about the Reescope products on this list, reach out to our representatives for a detailed consultation.