Is This the Robot That Will Revolutionize Early Detection of Abdominal Tumors?

Could this be the robot that will transform cancer prevention treatments? Scientists claim that the new 'tadpole' endoscope, named Tadpole, can perform early detection of tumors in the body. This sophisticated system will allow doctors to remotely control it through a remote activated by data input into a computer. 

The new tadpole-like endoscope

The robot's movement will mimic the swimming motion of a tadpole in nature for a specific reason. According to scientists, this simplified model will better illustrate the propulsion principle of the new endoscope, which will navigate through the digestive system, particularly in the abdominal area. The endoscope will be inserted into a potential patient's abdomen through a small incision and will be capable of detecting the three most common types of cancer worldwide: esophageal, stomach, and colon cancer. 

Once the endoscope is inside the patient's abdomen, the doctor can control the robot's movement, 'helping' it swim around to collect images. Although the model has not yet been tested in a human environment and still requires a series of tests for approval by relevant medical associations, scientists maintain that this is a true sensation. If successfully implemented, it could lead to significant changes in the fight against this disease.