TOKYO, and TUSTIN, Calif., May 1, 2026 – Olympus Corporation and Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. today announced the U.S. launch of the Aplio i800 EUS premium ultrasound system. Manufactured by Canon Inc. and distributed exclusively by Olympus for gastroenterology and pulmonary endoscopic use in the U.S. and its territories, including Puerto Rico, and Bermuda, the Aplio i800 EUS system offers the latest advanced endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) image processing technology, expanding Olympus’ comprehensive EUS portfolio to support high quality imaging and confident clinical assessment across a broad range of gastrointestinal (GI) procedures.

This launch represents the latest milestone in a strategic medtech partnership that aims to raise the standard of patient care in EUS, one of the fastest growing areas within the field of gastroenterology.1

With rising rates of liver and pancreatic diseases in the U.S.2, advanced EUS technologies are playing an increasingly important role in clinical practice by helping clinicians detect disease and improve diagnostic confidence and by potentially limiting the need for more invasive procedures, which can help support more efficient and patient-centered care.3,4
Early and accurate diagnosis is critical for patients with suspected gastrointestinal, liver, or pancreatic disease, conditions that can be challenging to evaluate due to complex anatomy and variable tissue characteristics. Yet, initial disease often manifests with subtle findings that may be difficult to discern using conventional imaging alone. EUS helps address this challenge by providing high resolution visualization of deep structures and tissue characteristics from within the GI tract.

With its advanced ultrasound imaging technology, the Aplio i800 EUS system supports clinical assessment of gastrointestinal, liver and pancreatic diseases. By providing detailed visualization and quantitative assessment, the system is designed to help clinicians perform thorough evaluations within a single EUS guided workflow.

“We are excited to bring this state-of-the-art diagnostic technology to clinicians in the U.S.,” said Miquel Àngel García, Executive Vice President and General Manager for Gastrointestinal Solutions at Olympus Corporation. “The Aplio i800 EUS system elevates the capabilities of our ultrasound portfolio to support clinicians in achieving improved efficiency and more confident diagnoses within the hepato-pancreato-biliary anatomy. Our strategic partnership with Canon Inc. reflects a continued focus on innovation designed to meet evolving clinical needs and expand the possibilities of endoscopy-enabled care.”

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