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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Journal of Digestive Endoscopy 2012; 03(S 05): 071-073
DOI: 10.4103/0976-5042.95038
Review Article
Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India

Capsule endoscopy: Beyond small bowel

Samuel N. Adler
Department of Gastroenterology, Bikur Holim Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel
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26 September 2019 (online)

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Abstract

In this article the brief and dramatic history of capsule endoscopy of the digestive tract is reviewed. Capsule endoscopy offers a non invasive method to diagnose diseases that affect the esophagus, small bowel and colon. Technological improvements relating to optics, software, data recorders with two way communication have revolutionized this field. These advancements have produced better diagnostic performance.

Key words

Capsule Endoscopy - Second generation colon capsule - Esophageal capsule
 

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