Inspection of the human stomach using remote-controlled capsule endoscopy: a feasibility study in healthy volunteers (with videos).

Background: Remote control of capsule endoscopes might allow reliable inspection of the human stomach.

Objective: To assess the safety and efficacy of manipulation of a modified capsule endoscope with magnetic material (magnetic maneuverable capsule [MMC]) in the human stomach by using a handheld external magnet.

Design: Open clinical trial.

Remote magnetic control of a wireless capsule endoscope in the esophagus is safe and feasible: results of a randomized, clinical trial in healthy volunteers.

Background: Remote control of esophageal capsule endoscopes could enhance diagnostic accuracy.

Objective: To assess the safety and efficacy of remote magnetic manipulation of a modified capsule endoscope (magnetic maneuverable capsule [MMC]; Given Imaging Ltd, Yoqneam, Israel) in the esophagus of healthy humans.

Design: Randomized, controlled trial.

Remote magnetic manipulation of a wireless capsule endoscope in the esophagus and stomach of humans (with videos).

Background: Remote manipulation of wireless capsule endoscopes might improve diagnostic accuracy and facilitate therapy.

Objective: To test a new capsule-manipulation system.

Setting: University hospital.