ENT

Ambu offers single-use rhinolaryngoscopes with high-quality imaging, multiple connectivity options for the outpatient clinic and easy portability for when you’re called to a consult.

Be more productive - wherever your work takes you

The aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo endoscopes help you perform procedures confidently, document them easily and streamline your workflow.

The Ambu® aScope™ 4 Broncho Regular 5.0/2.2 single-use bronchoscope

Ambu® aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo Slim 
An excellent choice for nasal endoscopy and laryngoscopy


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The Ambu® aScope™ 4 Broncho Regular 5.0/2.2 single-use bronchoscope

Ambu® aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo Intervention
An excellent choice for therapeutic procedures


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Study shows positive impact of aScope 4 Rhinolaryngo

ENT residents perceive reduced burden

A study presented at the Annual Meeting of the Danish Society of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery found that ENT residents perceived that aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo significantly reduced the organizational burden when conducting consult procedures in the emergency department.

Two key factors

  • With the single-use aScope RhinoLaryngo, there is no deterioration because you get a new scope for every procedure.
  • The ability to record images and videos may facilitate better communication between the clinician and the patient as well as the clinician and their colleagues.

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Superior setup, more convenient, cost-minimising 

A resident survey and cost-analysis published in Investigative Otolaryngology has found that the single-use aScope RhinoLaryngo compares favourably to reusable rhinolaryngoscopes.

Disposable rhinolaryngoscopes provide an alternative option to reusable systems. A study by Walczak et al., 2020 rated aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo Slim better overall than reusable rhinolaryngoscopes, and came to the following conclusions about the single-use solution:

  • Superior setup rating in terms of convenience of setup compared to reusable rhinolaryngoscopes, and rated better overall.
     
  • More convenient rating compared to reusable rhinolaryngoscopes in regard to obtaining, transporting and disposing of the scope within the hospital.
     
  • Cost-minimizing compared to reusable rhinolaryngoscopes for inpatient consults. aScope RhinoLaryngo: A cost-minimizing alternative for inpatient consults.

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97% of flexible ENT endoscopy procedures performed satisfactorily

How do otorhinolaryngologists rate Ambu® aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo Slim?

In a recent study, 117 otorhinolaryngologists from eight different countries were invited to use the single-use scope on patients already scheduled for endoscopic ENT procedures, including nasal endoscopy, laryngoscopy and pharyngoscopy. Immediately following the procedure, the participants filled out a form rating performance and usability. The majority of the procedures were performed satisfactorily.

Positive manoeuvrability, image and functionality ratings
In addition, the doctors expressed positive opinions regarding the manoeuvrability and image quality of the scope. The image quality was assessed using the Ambu® aView monitor. While the results were positive, an even better outcome would be expected with the new Ambu aView 2 Advance monitor.

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The Ambu® aScope™ 4 Broncho Regular 5.0/2.2 single-use bronchoscope

Did you need to change to your usual reusable scope?

A total of 262 procedures (>97%) were performed satisfactorily with the single-use scope. In eight procedures (<3%), the doctors needed to revert to their usual reusable scope.

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Procedures

Ambu single-use endoscopes can be used in a wide range of procedures, including nasal endoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, and therapeutic procedures.

Flexible laryngoscopy
Ready to use whenever you need it, the aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo single-use solution helps you be more productive both in outpatient clinics and inpatient consultations.

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In-office biopsy
There is a way to avoid the risks, costs and time-consuming practices associated with standard biopsy methods. Learn about in-office biopsies.

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Swallow assessments
aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo Slim is suited for use in swallowing assessments. The single-use solution helps you simplify your workflow and increase your productivity. 

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Evidence

Superior setup, more convenient, cost-minimising
A study by Walczak et al., 20201 rated Ambu® aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo better overall than reusable rhinolaryngoscopes.
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Single-use vs. Reusable
An evaluation and cost comparison:
A study at St George’s Hospital showed that the single-use Ambu® aScope™ 4 RhinoLaryngo endoscope can provide a clinically comparable and potentially cost-minimising alternative to reusable rhinolaryngoscopes.
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First experiences with a new flexible single-use rhino-laryngoscope with working channel
A preliminary study using the Ambu® aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo, was presented at the 90th Annual Meeting of the German Society of Otorhinolaryngology, 2019.
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Interactive learning

In-office biopsy webinar
Vivek Kauchek, Consultant ENT & Thyroid Surgeon and Clinical Lead for ENT at Stepping Hill Hospital in the UK, shares his experiences.
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Video
Learn about how disposable rhinolaryngoscopes provide an alternative to reusable systems.  
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Scientific conference posters

Cost savings of £21 per procedure with single-use
A multi-centre study in the UK revealed that the average cost per procedure of using a reusable rhinolaryngoscope was £126, while the cost per procedure of using a single-use rhinolaryngoscope amounted to £105.
In other words, it is possible to save £21 per procedure with single-use.
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Single-use shown to have positive organisational impact 
A multi-centre study showed that, compared to reusable, single-use rhinolaryngoscopes had a positive impact in 9 out of the 10 organisational categories.
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Upper airway biopsy cost-effectiveness analysis:
Outpatient clinic vs. operating theatre

A new health-economic analysis presented at ISPOR shows how outpatient larynx and pharynx biopsies can minimize costs compared to operating theatre biopsies. A change in ENT practice can improve patient safety by decreasing the use of general anaesthesia. 
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Case stories

Ambu aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo in acute ENT clinic settings
Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals: aScope RhinoLaryngo and aView 2 Advance have enabled clinicians to continue training during the COVID-19 pandemic with videos and images of procedures. The new solution has helped them engage patients and peers, increase efficiency and offer a better quality of care.
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aScope RhinoLaryngo: An optimal solution that is always available
Royal Surrey County Hospital: The hospital’s ENT department needed a portable video rhinolaryngoscope with a separate monitor in order to help clinicians increase their distance to  patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. aScope 4 RhinoLaryngo and the aView 2 Advance monitor have helped them meet safety recommendations with a solution that is always available. 
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Performing laryngoscopy during cardiopulmonary exercise
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital: The largest single-site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK needed a flexible, lightweight endoscope with good image quality to diagnose laryngeal obstruction during exercise. The single-use aScope RhinoLaryngo enabled them to open up a new service line.
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Facts and numbers

Ambu aScope ENT portfolio:
100% plastic neutral in Europe and Latin America

A partnership with Plastic Bank® will prevent over 100 tons of plastic from entering the ocean. The quantity corresponds to the amount of plastic used in all of the Ambu single-use aScope products in EMEA and Latin America throughout the year.
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Resources from around the web

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