'Capsule Endoscopy' Innovation For Small Intestine Cancer Screening

     Today, you can easily observe symptoms that may indicate gastrointestinal and liver diseases or even lead to colorectal cancer on your own. If you notice any warning signs, it is advisable to consult a doctor for small intestine cancer screening using a capsule endoscope.

Warning Signs of Small Intestinal Cancer

• Changes in bowel movements, including constipation, diarrhea, or alternating between both.
• Reduced stool size.
• Presence of mucus or blood in the stool, or black stool, indicating gastrointestinal bleeding.
• Abdominal pain.
• Detectable lump in the abdomen.
• Iron deficiency anemia due to blood loss.
• Loss of appetite and unexplained weight loss.

Capsule Endoscopy: Gastrointestinal Diagnosis

     Capsule endoscopy is an advanced innovation for diagnosing gastrointestinal diseases. This technology allows examination of the deepest parts of the small intestine that conventional endoscopic procedures cannot reach. It provides detailed, accurate, and highly effective diagnostic results. The capsule-sized device, similar to a medication capsule, is designed for easy and safe swallowing.

Why Choose Capsule Endoscopy For Cancer Screening?

     One of the major advantages of capsule endoscopy is that it is a non-invasive and painless procedure, unlike traditional methods such as barium X-rays. Additionally, it allows for the detection of abnormalities throughout the entire length of the small intestine, including hard-to-reach areas.

How Does Capsule Endoscopy Work?

     The procedure begins with the patient swallowing the "capsule endoscope" with water. The capsule travels through the digestive system, particularly the small intestine—the most difficult part to examine using conventional techniques. It eventually exits the body naturally through bowel movements without causing any harm. During the procedure, images of the digestive tract are continuously recorded and transmitted to an external device.

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Capsule Endoscopy: A Safe and Convenient Diagnostic Tool

     With a size comparable to a medication capsule, the capsule endoscope is designed for easy ingestion and ensures a safe, effective, and thorough examination of the small intestine.

The process takes approximately seven hours, capturing two images per second and storing up to 50,000 images.