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Olympus: Digital Health and “Intelligent Endoscopy Ecosystem”

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Article - October 4, 2024

Olympus introduces its Intelligent Endoscopy Ecosystem, integrating AI and data-driven solutions aiming to enhance clinical outcomes, reduce burdens on healthcare providers and lead global healthcare transformation.

IMAGE OF FUTURE OPERATING ROOM WITH THE INTELLIGENT ENDOSCOPY ECOSYSTEM

Olympus Corporation is introducing a new approach to medical technology with its Intelligent Endoscopy Ecosystem, a vision that integrates hardware, software, services, and data aiming to enhance clinical decision-making and operational efficiencies. Miquel Àngel García, Global Head of Endoscopy Solutions Ecosystem, describes it as "The components of the endosuite evolve in seamless communication. They are expected to be more intelligent through the data shared and generated in the clinical setting, as well as the application of different software."

The Intelligent Endoscopy Ecosystem is designed to address global healthcare challenges, particularly in gastrointestinal (GI) diseases. With an aging population and a projected 30% rise in cancer cases over the next decade, healthcare systems face increasing pressure. Mr. García notes the urgency, stating: "These issues are becoming increasingly critical in the medical field and will require a long-term, multi-faceted approach to resolve. Fortunately, we can leverage our technological expertise and commitment to our customers to address these urgent challenges."

A key feature of the ecosystem is its potential to reduce the cognitive load on doctors through AI tools that act as a "third eye" during procedures. Dr. Karsten Klose, Global Head of Olympus Digital Unit, explains: "Using the AI, you can also have a third eye, observing the procedure and providing guidance." This support is expected to reduce stress and help improve clinical outcomes. However, Mr. García emphasizes the importance of seamless integration to avoid adding stress, "that ultimately depends on how the information is presented."


Expected benefits of the Intelligent Endoscopy Ecosystem


Olympus is piloting the ecosystem in Europe, chosen for its diverse hospital landscape and readiness for cloud solutions. These pilot sites serve as learning hubs, providing valuable feedback that helps refine and improve the ecosystem. The feedback from professionals has been overwhelmingly positive, validating the potential of the ecosystem to address unmet needs in endoscopy. Following the success of the pilot programs, the company plans to expand the implementation of the ecosystem globally.

In 2022, Olympus announced the acquisition of Odin Vision, a cloud AI endoscopy company. This acquisition is expected to accelerate Olympus' digital health strategy by advancing AI-based real-time diagnostics, minimally invasive treatments, and the Intelligent Endoscopy Ecosystem. "Odin Vision has become a vital component of our team setup and a cornerstone of the algorithms we are developing as part of the Ecosystem... We are very happy with that acquisition and the way the integration of Odin Vision has gone so far," says Dr. Klose.

For Olympus, the Intelligent Endoscopy Ecosystem is just the beginning. "The offerings in MedTech have just started," says Mr. García. "The application of data and AI technology has not been limited to endoscopy, fundamentally altered the entire concept. It is not a mere opportunity for us; it is a responsibility. It is our responsibility to demonstrate the value we bring to the market."

As the company continues to innovate and expand its digital health capabilities, it remains dedicated to improved healthcare outcomes and supports medical professionals in their quest to provide the best possible care for their patients.

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