Innovative Homemade Endoscope Revolutionizes Medical Access in Vietnam

Vietnam faces a scarcity of imported medical equipment due to economic constraints. Dr. Nguyen Fuakui developed a cost-effective, locally made endoscope using a Pentium 4 computer, image analysis circuitry, a web camera, and lenses. This homemade endoscope is significantly cheaper than imported ones, capturing images of internal organs without surgery. Future plans include a battery-powered version for wider distribution in Vietnam and beyond.

What is the average annual income per person in Vietnam as mentioned in the video?

• 460 U.S. dollars

• 500 U.S. dollars

• 600 U.S. dollars

• 700 U.S. dollars

What motivated Doctor Nguyen Fuakui to develop a locally made endoscope?

• To reduce the cost of medical procedures

• To address the shortage of medical endoscopes

• To improve the quality of medical education

• To enhance the portability of medical devices

Which component was the most expensive in the homemade endoscope?

• Web camera

• Pentium 4 computer

• Image analysis circuitry

• The scope itself

What is the primary function of the homemade endoscope?

• To perform surgeries

• To monitor heart rate

• To capture images of internal organs

• To measure blood pressure

What is the next planned improvement for the homemade endoscope?

• To make it battery-operated

• To increase its resolution

• To integrate with smartphones

• To add a GPS feature