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CapsuleEndoscopy.Thecapsuleisthesizeandshapeofapill(1.1cmwideand2.6cmlong,weight:3.7g)andcontainsatinycamera,imagesensor,RF ...

The capsule is the size and shape of a pill (1.1 cm wide and 2.6 cm long, weight: 3.7g) and contains a tiny camera, image sensor, RF transmitter, and precision batteries (see above picture). The small intestine used to be regarded as the blind spot of examination by traditional GI endoscopy. Capsule endoscopy has higher detection rate of complete gastrointestinal tracts when compared to other types of endoscopy. On July 2, 2003 the FDA approved the capsule endoscopy as a first line tool in the detection of abnormalities of the small intestine. Capsule endoscopy is a relatively simple and non-invasive test for the patient, it won’t make patient feel uncomfortable and scarfed during the endoscopy. The patient can continue normal daily activities when undergoing a capsule endoscopy. The capsule is a single-use disposable endoscopy, thus there is no risk of cross-contamination. The capsule endosc...