Capsule Endoscopy

Capsule Endoscopy: A Simple Way to See Inside Your Digestive Tract

What is it?

Capsule endoscopy is a cutting-edge, non-invasive procedure used to examine the small intestine, an area that traditional endoscopy cannot easily access. It is recommended to diagnose and evaluate conditions like:

Unexplained Gastrointestinal Bleeding
If you experience unexplained blood loss or anemia, capsule endoscopy helps locate the source of bleeding in the small intestine.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Conditions like Crohn’s disease can cause inflammation in the small intestine. Capsule endoscopy helps detect inflammation, ulcers, and lesions to ensure timely treatment.

Capsule endoscopy is a revolutionary, non-invasive procedure that allows doctors to examine the small intestine with precision. This procedure involves swallowing a small, pill-sized camera that travels naturally through the digestive system, capturing high-quality images of the small intestine. It is primarily used to diagnose conditions like unexplained gastrointestinal bleeding, Crohn’s disease, small bowel tumors, polyps, and celiac disease. By providing detailed imaging of areas that are otherwise difficult to access, capsule endoscopy enables early and accurate diagnosis, ensuring timely treatment.

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How is it done?

Capsule endoscopy involves swallowing a small, pill-sized camera. As the capsule travels naturally through your digestive system, it captures thousands of high-quality images of the small intestine.

The Procedure:

You swallow the capsule with water.
The capsule transmits images to a small recording device you wear on your body.
You can go about your daily activities while the capsule works.
After 8-12 hours, the capsule is naturally passed through the stool.

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