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Double Balloon Endoscopy

DBE™ Double Balloon Endoscopy represents Fujinon’s pioneering vision to diagnose and treat pathology in the small intestine. Co-developed with Hironori Yamamoto of the Jichi Medical School, Japan, Double Balloon enteroscopy is an exclusive endoscopic technique that enables visualization of the entire gastrointestinal tract - in real time.

These compact Endoscopes facilitate smoother handling and improved torque control while the patented specialized balloon and over-tube ensure complete positioning of the scope without risk of injury. A balloon-pump designed by Fujinon allows optimal control of the internal dilation pressure which assists with a safe screening process.

Double Balloon Endoscopy has achieved a high profile in the GI community and has been proven clinically effective to diagnose and treat:

  • Bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract of obscure cause
  • Iron deficiency anemia with normal colonoscopy and gastroscopy
  • Visualization and therapeutic intervention of abnormalities in the small bowel
  • Diagnosing stenosis of the small intestine such as Crohn’s disease or cancer



Scopes EN-450P5/20 EN-450T5
Direction of view Forward Forward
Observation Range 5-100mm 4-100mm
Field of View 120° 140°
Distal End Diameter 8.5mm 9.4mm
Flexible Portion Diameter 8.5mm 9.3mm
Bending Capability (Up/Down) 180° 180°
Bending Capability (Left/Right) 160° 160°
Forceps Channel Diameter 2.2mm 2.8mm
Working Length 2,000mm 2,000mm
Total Length 2,300mm 2,300mm
Over-tube Specification TS-12140 TS-13140
Outer Diameter 12.2mm 13.2mm
Inner Diameter 10mm 10.8mm
Distal End Diameter 8.7mm 9.8mm
Outer Diameter 40mm 40mm
Working Length 1,350mm 1,350mm
Total Length 1,450mm 1,450mm
Balloon Pump Controller with Remote Switch
PB-20 Specifications
Set Pressure of Balloon 5.6kpa+-2Kpa
Maximum Flow Rate of Pump 170ml/10sec.
Power Supply 120v/230v
Dimensions (WxHxD) 300mm x 200mm x 300mm
Weight 8.7kg


Double Balloon Endoscopy is available in Canada exclusively though Carsen Medical Inc. Our commitment to provide leading endoscopic technologies to meet the needs of Canadian patients and physicians is solidified by our close relationship to Fujinon. To contact a Carsen Medical consultant please use this contact form.