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Capsule Endoscopy

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What is capsule endoscopy?

Capsule endoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that evaluates the small intestine, including its subsections: the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. This part of the digestive tract is situated between the stomach and the colon, making it challenging to examine with traditional upper endoscopy or colonoscopy. Additionally, capsule endoscopy can provide clearer images of the intestinal lining than other imaging tests.

Capsule endoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that evaluates the small intestine, including its subsections: the Cancer: This procedure can identify tumors that might otherwise be difficult to detect and may be used alongside CT enterography to help locate tumors situated within the intestinal wall.

Capsule endoscopy may aid in diagnosing conditions including:

Cancer: This procedure can identify tumors that would otherwise be difficult to find, and may be used in conjunction with CT enterography to help find tumors located within the intestinal wall.
Gastrointestinal bleeding: Capsule endoscopy can identify the source of intestinal bleeding.
Inflammatory bowel diseases: Areas of inflammation may be identified to assist in diagnosing various types of this condition, such as Crohn’s disease.
Polyps: Polyps are small, benign growths that can develop on the wall of the intestines. This procedure is utilized to determine their location so that they can be removed. Ulcers: Capsule endoscopy may be employed to locate an ulcer, an open sore cr
Polyps are small, benign growths that can develop on the wall of the intestines. This procedure is utilized to determine their location so that they can be removed. Ulcers: Capsule endoscopy may be employed to locate an ulcer, an open sore created by a break in the intestinal mucous membrane that fails to heal.

What to expect during the capsule endoscopy procedure

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Swallow a vitamin-sized capsule
During the procedure, the patient is instructed to swallow a vitamin-sized capsule that contains a small wireless camera with its own lens and light source inside. As the pill moves through the digestive tract, the camera sends images to a recording device worn by the patient for approximately eight hours. During this time, strenuous activities like running and jumping should be avoided to ensure accurate results.
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Data is recorded
At the end of the procedure, the recording device is returned to the physician for data analysis, and the capsule will pass naturally and be excreted.
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