A capsule endoscopy is normally done first thing in the morning after you’ve fasted all night. Prior to the procedure, a group of patches with sensors are placed on your abdomen and a small video recording device and battery pack are attached to a belt that’s worn around the waist during the procedure. After swallowing the endoscopy capsule with water you are sent home. You can have clear liquids after two hours and you can have food and take your medications four hours after taking the capsule. Later in the day you’ll return to your physician’s office so the recording device can be removed. The video will be downloaded to the computer at that time. The capsule itself should pass through your body within 48 hours and doesn’t need to be retrieved.
This procedure is used to examine the small intestine for inflammation, bleeding, ulcers or abnormal growths. The patient swallows a pill-shaped capsule that contains a lighted camera, known as an endoscope, which transmits video of the intestine.
A capsule endoscopy is performed to address the following issues:
Do not eat or drink anything for six to eight hours before the procedure. You can still take your medications as prescribed.
Your physician may provide additional instructions.
Download the Consent or Procedure Forms below and fill them out to bring with you to your appointment.
