Patient Information

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At Olympus, we are focused on improving people’s lives every day. We do this through innovation. As a precision technology leader, we design and deliver innovative solutions in our core business areas: Medical and Surgical Products, Life Science Imaging Systems, Industrial Measurement and Imaging Instruments, and Cameras and Audio Products.

Most of all, we’re dedicated to helping people enjoy the continuum of life. Since 1919, Olympus has developed innovative technology solutions that contribute positively to society. Our commitment to customers and our social responsibility are the cornerstone of everything we do.

That commitment extends to active participation in promoting public awareness and screenings that will help reduce the incidence of deadly cancers and other health issues that our medical technologies can help diagnose and treat. Below are several of the patient information sites that we provide to help patients learn more about their condition.

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About Colorectal Cancer (CRC)

Colorectal (colon) cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer with early and regular screening. Screening can help catch polyps before they become cancerous, and colorectal cancer can be cured when it is caught early. CRC is preventable, beatable and treatable. Learn more at our CRC awareness site.

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About Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

The prostate begins to enlarge as a natural process of aging. In some men, the increase in size causes urination problems, a condition called Benign (non-cancerous) Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) or benign prostatic syndrome (BPS). Today, many men suffer from the symptoms of BPH. Left untreated, it holds considerable risks. Learn more at our BPH awareness site.

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About Hysterectomy Options

Today's hysterectomy choices include innovative, minimally invasive procedures that can be modified by your doctor to address the treatment and relief of your symptoms. These new advanced surgical techniques reduce the pain and minimize the scarring from surgery and get you back to your normal routine more quickly. Learn more at our Her Health site.

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Capsule Endoscopy

Innovations from a proven leader in the field of endoscopy culminate in the latest capsule endoscopes.

 
 

Important Notice to Reader: The information in these web pages is for your general knowledge and background only. Only a healthcare professional can decide if a particular procedure is appropriate for a patient. We encourage you to seek advice from your physician. Note that the referenced web pages contain information, animations and videos from various sources considered to be dependable. However, we make no representations, warranties or other expressed or implied warranties or guarantees regarding the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information. Under no circumstance shall Olympus, Gyrus ACMI, Inc., or any of its subsidiaries, employees, consultants, agents or representatives be liable for any costs, expenses, losses, claims, liabilities or other damages (whether direct, indirect, special, incidental, consequential or otherwise) that may arise from or be in incurred in connection with the information provided or any use thereof.