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Olympus EU-ME3 Ultrasound Processor Delivers Higher Resolution Images for Endoscopic Ultrasound

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TOKYO & HAMBURG, Oct 7, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Olympus Corporation (Olympus), a global medtech company committed to making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, today announced the launch of EU-ME3, a new Endoscopic Ultrasound Processor*, which addresses the needs of healthcare professionals for high-quality clear images when conducting the endoscopic ultrasound procedure. EU-ME3 will be launched in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, parts of Asia, and Oceania within this fiscal year. EU-ME3 will be exhibited during The 30th United European Gastroenterology Week (UEG Week) from October 8 to 11.Olympus announces the global launch of the EVIS EUS Endoscopic Ultrasound Center EU-ME3. [Image: Olympus Corp]As a pioneer in endoscopic ultrasound technology, Olympus aims to leverage its expertise to enhance the care pathway in gastrointestinal and respiratory disease management. The technology is used for endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) imaging to support the diagnosis of lesions in the pancreas, the bile ducts, or lesions that are located deep inside the body and are not visible with gastrointestinal endoscopes. In addition, the technology enhances the...

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Olympus and Hitachi Announce Long-Term Business Alliance regarding Endoscopic Ultrasound Systems

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TOKYO, Jan 6, 2021 - (JCN Newswire) - Olympus Corporation (TSE:7733) and Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501) have signed a five-year contract to jointly develop Endoscopic Ultrasound Systems (EUS). Hitachi will also continue to supply diagnostic ultrasound systems and related parts used in EUS to Olympus under this contract.EUS consist of a diagnostic ultrasound system and ultrasound flexible endoscopes. They are used in examinations to evaluate the stage of cancer in the liver, pancreas, and bronchus, as well as in minimally-invasive care, contributing to the medical treatment.Hitachi's diagnostic imaging-related business is expected to be transferred to FUJIFILM Corporation, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. The agreement between Hitachi and Olympus will be valid after such transfer.Hironobu Kawano, Division Head of the Endoscopic Solutions Division, Olympus Corporation, said, "Olympus aims to improve patients' quality of life through early diagnosis made available with Endoscopic Ultrasound Systems. Our long-standing partnership with Hitachi has built a strong foundation of products and technology development for endoscopic ultrasound diagnosis, and we are v...