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  • Capsule endoscopy is a noninvasive technique used to examine the gastrointestinal tract, primarily for diagnosing obscure gastrointestinal bleeding.
  • The technology has evolved significantly since its introduction, enhancing its effectiveness as a diagnostic tool.
  • New applications and therapeutic opportunities may arise with advancements in nanotechnologies, although the procedure is currently contraindicated in cases of symptomatic intestinal obstruction.

Article Abstract

Capsule endoscopy is a noninvasive and easy method for evaluating the gastrointestinal tract. Since the wireless capsule endoscopy system was first developed, many new technical improvements have been made in order to gain maximum benefit from the procedure. However, at this stage, it remains a diagnostic modality, the main indication for its use being obscure gastrointestinal bleeding. Capsule endoscopy is only contraindicated in symptomatic intestinal obstruction. New indications for use and therapeutic options may become possible with the further development of nanotechnologies.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7577419PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.5152/tjg.2020.19432DOI Listing

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