A Capsule endoscopy is a diagnostic procedure test of the small bowel. It shows pictures of the small bowel from a swallowed camera. No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.
सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यह निदान नहीं है। आपात स्थिति में 102 पर कॉल करें। हमेशा योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मी से सलाह लें।
Pictures of the small bowel from a swallowed camera.
Hidden bleeding, small bowel disease.
Follow the centre's instructions; most need no special preparation.
No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.
8 to 12 hours of recording. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Diagnostic procedure
परिणाम की व्याख्या के लिए डॉक्टर को दिखाएँ — अकेला परीक्षण निदान नहीं करता।
निकटतम सुविधाएँ दिखाने हेतु आपका स्थान एक बार उपयोग होता है। कुछ संग्रहीत नहीं होता।
What does a capsule endoscopy show?
Pictures of the small bowel from a swallowed camera.
Why is a capsule endoscopy done?
Hidden bleeding, small bowel disease.
How do I prepare for a capsule endoscopy?
Follow the centre's instructions; most need no special preparation.
Does a capsule endoscopy use radiation?
No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.
How long does a capsule endoscopy take?
8 to 12 hours of recording
Capsule endoscopy क्यों किया जाता है?
Hidden bleeding, small bowel disease.
Capsule endoscopy के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Follow the centre's instructions; most need no special preparation.
Capsule endoscopy गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.
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