Feasibility of stomach exploration with a guided capsule endoscope

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Authors

J. F. Rey · Institut Arnault Tzanck

H. Ogata · Keio University

Naoki Hosoe · Keio University

Kazuo Ohtsuka · Showa University Northern Yokohama Hospital

Noriyuki Ogata · Showa University Northern Yokohama Hospital

Keiichi Ikeda · Jikei University School of Medicine

Hiroyuki Aihara

Abstract

Magnetically navigated video capsule endoscopy appears to be feasible and sufficiently accurate for gastric examination. It may permit endoscopic examinations that are more patient-friendly and without sedation. Comparative studies are under way.

Topics & Keywords

Gastrointestinal Bleeding Diagnosis and Treatment Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments Gastrointestinal Tumor Research and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Endoscopy

Volume 42, Issue 07, pp. 541-545

DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1255521

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