ISO 8600-1, “Endoscopes – Medical endoscopes and endotherapy devices – Part 1: General requirements,” has just been updated. The new 4th Edition is available now from Document Center Inc. in a variety of formats, so you can update your copy at any time. While this new revision is considered a minor update, it still cancels the previous editions, including the 3rd Edition from 2013.
This Part 1 for the ISO 8600 series covers all the basics. So you’ll get the terms and definitions required for implementing all the other parts. And basic requirements for endoscopes and endotherapy devices are included. It’s essential to use this Part 1 in conjunction with the balance of the 7 Parts of the ISO 8600 series.
What is an endoscope? It’s a medical instrument allowing for viewing either with or without optics (think camera). It’s introduced into the body via a natural or surgically created opening. It’s used to examination, diagnosis, or therapy. There are two main types of endoscopes — Rigid and flexible. Endotherapy devices are additional medical devices used in conjunction with endoscopes, again for examination, diagnosis or therapy.
What is the primary change to the 4th Edition of ISO 8600-1? Since it is a minor update, there’s not too much that’s changed. The main thing is the update to the definition of “field of view” and to the figure 1 that is an example of that definition.
Do you need to purchase a copy of ISO 8600-1? If you have to meet the requirements of the standard for regulatory or contractual purposes, the new update is a must. Our web store, www.document-center.com, has copies for you to order in either paper format or for pdf download. Here’s a link directly to the order page for ISO 8600-1.
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