A forward viewing echoendoscope is described and illustrated. It comprises a flexible tubular insertion portion (9, 10). It is meant for insertion into the interior cavity of a patient who has to be diagnosed. The flexible insertion portion (9, 10) has an ultrasonic transducer probe (5) at its distal tip. A means (6) for enhancing the field of view in close proximity to the target, is positioned in front of the transducer (5).
