Foreign Body Removal

What is Capsule Endoscopy?

Capsule Endoscopy is a non-invasive diagnostic test where you swallow a small, camera-equipped capsule that captures images of your digestive tract—especially the small intestine, which is hard to view with traditional endoscopy.

Why is Capsule Endoscopy Done?

Used to detect:

• Unexplained GI bleeding

• Small intestine ulcers or inflammation

• Crohn’s disease

• Tumors or polyps in the small bowel

• Celiac disease (in some cases)

• Iron deficiency anemia

How It Works

• You swallow a pill-sized camera
• It travels through your digestive system
• Captures thousands of images
• Data is transmitted to a recorder worn on your waist
• Images are reviewed by a doctor for diagnosis

Symptoms That May Require Capsule Endoscopy

• Chronic unexplained abdominal pain

• Blood in stool

• Long-standing anemia

• Weight loss without cause

• Suspected small intestine disorders

Benefits of Capsule Endoscopy

• Painless and non-invasive
• No sedation or hospital stay required
• Helps examine areas that are hard to reach
• Real-time images of the entire small bowel

Preparation Guidelines

• Fasting 8–12 hours before procedure

• Avoid iron supplements and certain medications (as advised)

• Follow specific prep instructions for clear imaging

Recovery & Aftercare

• Resume normal activities post-swallowing

• Capsule passes naturally in stool within 1–2 days

• Inform doctor if capsule is not passed within 2 days

Capsule Endoscopy at NuMed Hospital

NuMed Hospital offers advanced capsule endoscopy services for detailed and painless small intestine imaging with expert analysis and timely diagnosis.