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Table 1 Features of RFB and SFB

From: Single-use flexible bronchoscopes vs traditional reusable flexible bronchoscopes: a prospective controlled study

 

RFB

SFB

Insertion Tube OD (mm)

4.9

4.9

Distal and OD (mm)

4.8

5.0

Channel ID (mm)

2.0

2.2

Bending (up/down)

180–210°/130°

210°/210°

Rotary Function (left/right)

120°/120°

90°/90°

Working Length (mm)

600

600

Depth of Field (mm)

2–100

3–50

Field of View

120°

110° ± 5°

Risk of cross infection

Yes

No

Portability

No

Yes

Maintenance Cost

Expensive

Zero

  1. OD Outer diameter
  2. ID Inner diameter