| Theme | Consensus Terminology in Endoscopic Imaging -- Focusing on Image-enhanced Endoscopy | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Introduction of FICE (Flexible spectral Imaging Color Enhancement), New Image-enhanced Endoscopy | |
| Publish Date | 2009/01 | |
| Author | Masahito Inoue | Department of Endoscopic Diagnostics and Therapeutics Chiba University School of Medicine |
| Author | Teruo Kouzu | Department of Endoscopic Diagnostics and Therapeutics Chiba University School of Medicine / Research Center for Frontier Medical Engineering Chiba University |
| Author | Youichi Miyake | Research Center for Frontier Medical Engineering Chiba University |
| Author | Etsuo Hishikawa | Department of Endoscopic Diagnostics and Therapeutics Chiba University School of Medicine |
| Author | Yoshiyuki Watanabe | Department of Endoscopic Diagnostics and Therapeutics Chiba University School of Medicine |
| Author | Touru Sato | Department of Endoscopic Diagnostics and Therapeutics Chiba University School of Medicine |
| [ Summary ] | The FICE (Flexible spectral Imaging Color Enhancement) system, developed in 2005, has been made available as a new endoscopic method. The principle of the FICE system is based on the estimation of reflectance spectra of target organs, such as gastrointestinal membranes. The choice of the most appropriate portion of the spectrum enables us to clarify fine structures in the target through the production of endoscopic images. It is easy to change the mode of the spectral enhancement during endoscopic examinations. It is also possible to immediately choose the most suitable mode in relation to the area concerned. In general terms it is useful to choose the correct mode to produce a well-lighted over-all views for screening endoscopic examinations. The correct mode will also enhance the contrast for close up views. Especially with magnifying endoscopes it is good to use the proper mode to enhance contrast between the background mucosa and target organs such as vessel patterns or pit patterns. | |