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WHAT IS CAPSULE ENDOSCOPY?

Capsule endoscopy is an investigational procedure. It is primarily used to diagnose malignancies and bleeding in the small intestine, stomach, and esophagus. Capsule endoscopy is used to examine the parts of the GI tract that cannot be seen with other types of endoscopy procedures. 

 

A disposable capsule which is roughly the size of a large vitamin tablet is swallowed by the patient allowing navigating through the entire GI tract. A small camera and light are equipped with the capsule. For your healthcare practitioner to review, it snaps photos of your digestive system and stores them. Afterward, you expel the capsule in your feces (poop).

ROLE OF CAPSULE ENDOSCOPY

To determine:

  • Unexplained abdominal pain
  • Unexplained GI bleeding
  • Iron deficiency
  • Screening for tumors, polyps, or ulcers in the abdomen
  • Diagnosing celiac disease
  • Diagnosing Crohn’s disease 

SYMPTOMS OF CAPSULE ENDOSCOPY

  • Abdominal cramping or pain
  • Blood in the stool
  • Diarrhea, gas, and bloating
  • Fatigue
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Nausea and vomiting

BENEFITS OF CAPSULE ENDOSCOPY

  • Effectively spots the bleeding and other problems in the digestive tract
  • The entire small intestine can be viewed with capsule endoscopy as compared to other endoscopic ultrasound
  • A completely painless procedure
  • No need for anesthesia at all

RISKS OF CAPSULE ENDOSCOPY

  • The capsule can get stuck in the part of the intestine
  • An x-ray or CT scan is required if you aren’t sure if the capsule has passed from the body
  • Endoscopic surgery is required to remove the stuck capsule in the body 

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Frequently Asked Questions

The cost of capsule endoscopy can vary based on the location, doctor, Capsule cost, and medical insurance. But it is safer and easier than a colonoscopy. 

Two hours after the procedure the patient can resume drinking clear liquids or can have light lunch or snack under the guidance of a doctor. 

The disposable capsule after making its way through the complete digestive tract passes painlessly and naturally usually within 24 hours. 

The capsule is very small and very easy to swallow like a small vitamin tablet, so, there is no difficulty in swallowing the capsule. 

The main reason pills get stuck is the lack of moisture on the pill. Coated or encapsulated pills are hard to swallow without the help of liquid. People with the disorder of sphincter muscle at the top of the esophagus may face difficulty swallowing the capsule. 

Two hours after consuming the capsule you may have clear liquids. Four hours after consuming the capsule you may have a light lunch such as soup, salad or sandwich.

You may have a mild sore throat or hoarseness after the capsule endoscopy procedure. This is because of the tube and the anesthetic.

Many insurance companies provide coverage for your surgery after a period of few years, depending on your policy plan. Our HospiOne Team can guide you perfectly in this scenario.

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