Olympus and MacroLux Partner on Single-Use Urology Solutions

Olympus Corp., a global medical technology leader dedicated to making lives healthier and safer, has signed an exclusive global distribution agreement with MacroLux Medical Technology Co., Ltd. to expand access to advanced single-use urology products.

The agreement covers a portfolio of single-use cystoscopes, ureteroscopes, and suction access sheaths, which enable physicians to access and visualize the urinary tract and bladder for the diagnosis and treatment of urological diseases such as kidney stones.

We are excited to embark on this new partnership, a synergy that underscores our unwavering commitment to advancing patient care,” said Gabriel McHugh, Executive Vice President, Surgical and Interventional Solutions, Olympus Corp. “By integrating innovative single-use technology into our urology portfolio, we are enhancing the landscape of urological care for our customers and their patients.”

Expanding Olympus’ Urology Portfolio

Olympus already provides a wide range of solutions for kidney and bladder stone management and non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) detection and treatment. With the addition of MacroLux’s single-use endoscopes and access sheaths, Olympus now strengthens its offering with greater flexibility and precision tools for urologists.

“Olympus is a trusted endoscopy partner for treatment of urological disease and now is uniquely positioned to provide access to a broad range of high-quality endoscopes. This includes reusable and single-use flexible scopes, rigid and semi-rigid scopes, powerful lithotripsy solutions, and gold-standard NMIBC detection,” said Glen Branconier, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Urology/Gynecology, Olympus Corp. “We are excited and privileged to provide urologists and health care providers with the tools they need to confidently care for their patients.”

Features of MacroLux Single-Use Devices

• Cystoscopes: 140° field of view, 235° up/145° down distal tip angulation, 14.4Fr outer diameter with 2.2mm working channel.

• Ureteroscopes: 7.5Fr and 8.25Fr options, 275° distal tip angulation, AutoHold Technology thumb lever, 120° field of view.

• Suction access sheaths: multiple size options with negative pressure connections for efficient stone removal.

The collaboration spans the United States, Canada, Asia-Pacific, and multiple European countries including the UK, Ireland, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Netherlands, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Luxembourg.

“Olympus is a highly respected industry leader that we deeply admire. Our strategic cooperation with Olympus generates powerful synergies, enabling us to combine our respective strengths and accelerate the market introduction of MacroLux’s urological disposable endoscopes and access sheath solutions, products that offer clinical value,” said Martin Zhang, Chief Executive Officer, MacroLux Medical. “These products may enhance clinical efficiency and help improve patient treatment outcomes. This collaboration also inspires us to continue with product innovation and R&D, delivering clinical solutions to customers worldwide.”

As with all medical devices, users should review product labeling and weigh potential risks and benefits before use.