Table 1.
Comparison of ceatures of the MonarchTM and IonTM robotic bronchoscopy devices.
| Attributes | MonarchTM RB Platform | IonTM RB System |
|---|---|---|
| Bronchoscope | Articulating bronchoscope within an articulating sheath | Single ultrathin bronchoscope with integrated shape-sensing technology |
| Diameter | 6.0 mm (sheath), 4.4 mm (scope) | 3.5 mm |
| Working channel | 2.1 mm | 2 mm |
| Vision probe | Integrated camera | Removable vision probe |
| Articulation range | Up to 130 degrees (sheath), up to 180 degrees (scope) | Up to 180 degrees |
| Control mechanism | Video-game-style controller with two thumb-sticks | Ball mouse and scroll wheel |
| Navigation system | Electromagnetic navigation with sensors on chest | Shape-sensing technology |
| Monitor display | Vision, navigation, REBUS, and CT overlay | Navigation, fluoroscopy, virtual overlay, and either vision or REBUS |
| Cost | Above mid six-figure USD | Above mid six-figure USD |