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MENTOR, OHIO — MARCH 21-23, 2018 — US Endoscopy is a proud sponsor of the ninth annual 2018 American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Tech Summit.

MENTOR, OHIO — JUNE 20, 2017 — US Endoscopy, a leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, today announced the release of the AquaShield^® system CO₂ – Fujinon.

MENTOR, OHIO — MAY 22, 2017 — The prevention of cross-contamination has become a growing topic of concern in GI units. US Endoscopy understands the importance of minimizing these potential risks.

MENTOR, OHIO — MAY 2, 2017 — US Endoscopy, a leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, today announces the release of the VIA^® procedure kits – custom.

MENTOR, OHIO – APRIL 27, 2017 – US Endoscopy, a leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, today announced the acquisition of the Padlock Clip™ defect closure system product line from Aponos Medical Corporation.

Mentor, Ohio – April 7, 2017 – US Endoscopy, today announced the acquisition of Genii, Inc. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota and founded in 2007, Genii (pronounced Jen-EYE) is a medical device manufacturer specializing in electrosurgery products and accessories used in GI endoscopy procedures.

Mentor, Ohio — March 15, 2017 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the AquaShield^® system – Pentax and AquaShield^® system CO₂ – Pentax.

Mentor, Ohio — March 1, 2017 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to expand our portfolio of VIA^® procedure kits.

Mentor, Ohio — February 23, 2017 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the BioGuard® air/water & suction valves 3 and 4-piece kits.

Mentor, Ohio — February 14, 2017 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the iSnare^® system – Lariat^® snare.

Mentor, Ohio — December 6, 2016 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the BioGuard^® air/water and suction valves. The new BioGuard^® valves are designed to be attached to an Olympus^® GI endoscope to control the air/water and suction functions.

Mentor, Ohio — August 31, 2016 —  US Endoscopy online ordering system will temporarily be down for a system upgrade beginning September 1 at 8:00pm EST, coming back online September 5 at 8:00am EST. Shipping will resume on September 6.

Mentor, Ohio — June 22, 2016 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Moray^® micro forceps. The new Moray^® micro forceps is designed to acquire reliable tissue samples from lesions that can occur within and outside of the gastrointestinal tract.    

Mentor, Ohio — April, 5 2016 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the full market release of the DuoSwift™ combination squeegee brush.

The rise in colorectal cancer awareness has become widespread. Often times, polyps are one of the first signs of cancer and should be removed for pathological review. US Endoscopy offers an extensive line of unique polypectomy and retrieval devices to collect tissue samples during these procedures. Click on the infographic below to learn more about US Endoscopy’s full portfolio of polypectomy products that help accommodate a variety of needs. For more information call 1-800-769-8226 or contact your local US Endoscopy Representative via email now by clicking below:  Click to view full Infographic:     

Mentor, Ohio — December 17, 2015 — US Endoscopy is proud to announce the acquisition of the Gastroenterology Business Unit (GBU) of Bracco Diagnostics Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Bracco Imaging S.p.A., a global leading company in the diagnostic imaging business. The Bracco GBU portfolio primarily consists of CO₂ insufflation systems, devices for biopsy collection and various accessories that improve the workflow and patient experience during an endoscopy procedure.

Mentor, Ohio — November 2, 2015 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the full market release of a smaller version of the Infinity^® ERCP sampling device.US Endoscopy introduced the original Infinity^® sampling device in 2011. Since its launch, the Infinity® device has shown itself to be an extremely effective biliary cytology brush – delivering a diagnostic sensitivity of up to 85%.*

Mentor, Ohio — August 5, 2015 — A recent study published in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, “Prospective randomized comparison of 2 methods of cold snare polypectomy for small colorectal polyps”,* states that polypectomy of small colorectal polyps (10mm or smaller) using a purpose-built cold snare  resulted in complete polyp resection more often than did cold snaring with a traditional braided snare.

This month, US Endoscopy hosted Dr. David L. Carr-Locke for a tour of the Manufacturing Center and a meeting with the needle product team.

The primary aim of this multi-center study was to compare adenoma miss rates of standard colonoscopy and colonoscopy with the EndoRings™ device. This randomized, tandem study consisted of 116 patients (232 procedures total).Compared to standard colonoscopy, the study demonstrates that colonoscopy with the EndoRings™ device offers significantly lower adenoma miss rates, as well as an increase in adenoma detection rates.Adenoma miss rates: Standard colonoscopy: 28 of 58 adenomas = 48.3%EndoRings™ device colonoscopy: 7 of 69 adenomas = 10.1%Adenoma detection rates (ADR):Standard colonoscopy: 17 of 59 subjects = 28.8%EndoRings™ device colonoscopy: 29 of 57 subjects = 50.9%View study:

US Endoscopy offers an extensive and unique line of polypectomy devices. From a purpose-built cold snare to a monofilament resection device, US Endoscopy offers a product solution to accommodate a variety of clinical needs. The new Polypectomy Reference Guide is designed to help you determine which of these devices is best suited for the polyp types / sizes you encounter. Click image to view guide:

Mentor, Ohio — July 8, 2015 — A recent white paper published online at Infection Control Today, “Minimizing Patient Risk with Single-use Biopsy Valves”,* states that single-use biopsy valves help eliminate the hidden dangers that reusable biopsy valves pose and reduce the overall risk of cross-contamination in endoscopy units.  

Mentor, Ohio — May 27, 2015 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the VIA™ procedure kits.

Mentor, Ohio — May 7, 2015 — A recent study published in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, “Improving complete EMR of colorectal neoplasia: a randomized trial comparing snares and injectate in the resection of large sessile colon polyps”,* states that the integrated iSnare^® system may be superior to a stand-alone snare for the removal of large, flat polyps.

Mentor, Ohio — May 6, 2015 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the full market release of the EndoRings™ device. Through a distribution partnership with EndoAid Ltd., a subsidiary of Aran Research and Development Ltd., US Endoscopy will be the exclusive distributor for the EndoRings™ device portfolio in the United States. 

Mentor, Ohio — April 15, 2015 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Reveal™ distal attachment cap.

Mentor, Ohio — April 7, 2015 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Histolock™ resection device.

US Endoscopy is a proud sponsor of the 2015 AGA Tech Summit: Fostering Innovation & Technology in Digestive and Metabolic Diseases.

 

 

Mentor, Ohio — February 17, 2015 — A new study published in The Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology, Cold Snare Polypectomy Versus Hot Snare Polypectomy in Endoscopic Treatment of Small Polyps,* states that cold snare polypectomy is an effective and safe method that shortens the polypectomy duration when removing small polyps (5-9mm) compared to hot snare polypectomy.  

 

Mentor, Ohio — January 27, 2015 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Roth Net^® retriever –  mini polyp. This new line item joins the existing Roth Net^® retriever product family, which includes 16 retrieval nets providing solutions for a variety of clinical needs.

Mentor, Ohio — December 3, 2014 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the VIA™ bedside pre-cleaning kit. The new VIA™ kit includes the recommended supplies needed to pre-clean an endoscope immediately following a procedure.

 

Mentor, Ohio — July 22, 2014 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Torrent^® irrigation scope connector - Pentax. The new single-use scope connector joins the existing Torrent^® irrigation tubing and accessories portfolio. The connector is specifically designed for Pentax 70, 80, and 90 series endoscopes that have a forward water jet port.  

 

Mentor, Ohio — June 3, 2014 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Lariat™ snare. The new Lariat™ snare features a multifunctional design helping to address a variety of resection needs including piecemeal resection and multiple polyps during GI endoscopic procedures.

 

Mentor, Ohio — May 21, 2014 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Raptor^® grasping device - mini. US Endoscopy introduced the original Raptor^® grasping device in 2011. Since its launch, the Raptor^® device has become extremely popular among clinicians for precise retrieval of sharp foreign bodies and stents.

Mentor, Ohio — April 15, 2014 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the US Endoscopy GI Compliance Kit. The new Compliance Kit includes the basic supplies needed to begin a GI endoscopy procedure and is designed to help improve efficiencies and streamline procedure setup.

Special promotion featuring the Talon® grasping device - now through June 30

Last month, US Endoscopy celebrated a milestone occasion of selling 1 million Carr-Locke injection needles worldwide.

Mentor, Ohio — March 5, 2014 —On April 1, 2014 US Endoscopy will convert to a new operating system which will provide flexibility needed to offer additional services in the future.

Mentor, Ohio — January 23, 2014 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the 1.8mm Carr-Locke injection needle. US Endoscopy introduced the original Carr-Locke needle in 2001. Today, the Carr-Locke technology is world-renowned for its reliable and consistent performance.

Physicians from Geisinger Medical Center completed research and presented a poster at DDW 2013 that discussed how they achieved 78% diagnostic sensitivity during ERCP when using the Infinity® ERCP sampling device.

Mentor, Ohio — October 22, 2013 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Respa™ O₂ delivery bite block. The Respa™ bite block is purpose-built to hold the nasal cannula in place during upper GI procedures.

Mentor, Ohio — July 16, 2013 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Infinity^® cytology device. The bristle design of the Infinity^® cytology device mimics that of our Infinity^® ERCP sampling device, launched in 2011. The unique configuration helps to collect quality samples during cytology procedures.

Mentor, Ohio — April 24, 2013 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the AquaShield^® water bottle system with CO2 extension tubing.

Mentor, Ohio — February 6, 2013 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Oracle™ EUS balloon. The Oracle™ balloon is a simplified solution for endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) procedures.

Mentor, Ohio — January 29, 2013 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the AquaShield™ water bottle system for CO₂ delivery systems. This new line item joins the existing disposable AquaShield™ system product family which is used in conjunction with the endoscope’s air / water function to clean the lens.

Mentor, Ohio — August 15, 2012 — US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Take-Out™ transport pad. The Take-Out™ transport pad is a single-use pad designed for convenient and safe transportation of an endoscope to the reprocessing room.

US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Reach™ overtube.

Mentor, Ohio - July 17, 2012 - STERIS Corporation (NYSE:STE) announced today the signing of an agreement to acquire privately-owned United States Endoscopy Group, Inc. (US Endoscopy).  Founded in 1991 and based in Mentor, Ohio, US Endoscopy is a leader in the design, manufacture and sale of therapeutic and diagnostic medical devices and support accessories used in the gastrointestinal endoscopy and urology markets worldwide.  With the acquisition of US Endoscopy, STERIS will be gaining direct access to the procedural spaces in the GI market with a broad franchise of single-use consumable medical devices.

 

 

Mentor, Ohio - May 15, 2012 - US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the InStream™ polyp trap.

Over 100 students from across Lake, Geauga and Cuyahoga counties came together on April 28th to compete in the 2nd annual Alliance for Working Together (AWT) Competition.

Mentor, Ohio - February 2, 2012 - US Urology is proud to announce the release of the UroSeal™ adjustable endoscopic valve. The UroSeal™ adjustable valve offers easy, one-handed operation while giving the clinician full control over instruments and leakage during urology procedures.

Mentor, Ohio - January  5, 2012 - US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Keeper^™ device clip.  The Keeper^™ device clip helps clinicians keep devices organized during endoscopic procedures.

Mentor, Ohio - October 18, 2011 - US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Raptor™ grasping device. This disposable grasper uniquely combines the capabilities of traditional rat tooth and alligator devices into one - offering strength and precision during foreign body retrieval.

Mentor, Ohio - October 25, 2011 - US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Infinity™ sampling device. This device is purpose-built for collecting substantial and quality samples from strictures in the biliary duct during ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) procedures.

Mentor, Ohio - October 25, 2011 - US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Infinity™ sampling device. This device is purpose-built for collecting substantial and quality samples from strictures in the biliary duct during ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) procedures."Numerous physicians are asking for a device that can deliver higher yield samples during ERCP," says Gulam Khan, US Endoscopy CEO, President, and Co-chairman. "Current methods do not always provide sufficient cell collection, causing frustration and difficulty in making an accurate diagnosis. We have designed the Infinity™ device to help physicians obtain a higher yield sample, providing the information needed for a more definitive diagnosis."The Infinity™ sampling device features a combination bristle design. The stiff bristles help create a defect in the tissue of the biliary duct while the soft bristles capture the abraded material. This unique collection method is designed

Mentor, Ohio - October 18, 2011 - US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Raptor™ grasping device. This disposable grasper uniquely combines the capabilities of traditional rat tooth and alligator devices into one - offering strength and precision during foreign body retrieval."As a leader in endoscopic foreign body management, it was important to design a device that offers consistent, precise performance, especially for challenging foreign bodies," says Gulam Khan, US Endoscopy CEO, President, and Co-chairman. "The Raptor™ device offers clinicians the versatility needed to quickly and securely retrieve sharp objects such as safety pins, razor blades, etc."The single-use design of the Raptor™ device helps minimize the risk of cross-contamination and eliminates the need for reprocessing - ensuring it performs consistently each time it is used. Feedback indicates that the functionality of reusable rat tooth grasping forceps frequently deteriorates

Mentor, Ohio - September 14, 2011 - US Endoscopy, a world leader in endoscopy device design and manufacturing, is expanding company-wide sustainable practices and introducing a formal policy outlining these efforts. The new corporate policy addresses three main areas: protecting the environment, safeguarding the organization's stability, and making a difference with employees and community members.

Mentor, Ohio - September 7, 2011 - US Urology, a division of US Endoscopy specializing in the design and manufacture of urologic devices, is proud to announce the release of the Alligator biopsy and retrieval forceps. The unique design of the Alligator forceps provides the grip needed to safely and securely collect a biopsy or various foreign bodies form the bladder or kidney.

US Endoscopy's VP of Human Resources, Bill Busby, is the winner of the Archer Award for Innovation in HR sponsored by Crain's Cleveland Business.  The Innovation Award recognizes Bill's work implementing processes to decrease the company's turnover rate while still supporting a high growth business.

Our US Endoscopy Team once again accepted the challenge to "Pedal to the Point" to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. 

US Endoscopy's VP of Human Resources, Bill Busby, is a finalist in the 2011 Archer Awards - Innovation Award category.