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Video Capsule Endoscopy (VCE)
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What is VCE?
Video Capsule Endoscopy (VCE) is a pill sized device (approx 23 mm) designed to examine all parts of
small intestine viz. duodenum, jejunum, ileum. The capsule contains a small camera and light which helps
the doctor to see your digestive system.
Why you need VCE?
A physician may suggests VCE,if he suspects any of the following symptoms:
- Abdominal Pain.
- Diarrhea ( When cause is non-detectable).
- Internal bleeding.
- Bleeding or Anemia after any major procedure like EGD or Colonoscopy.
- Crohns's disease (Inflammatory bowel disease).
- To detect ulcers or tumors in small intestine.
How is the VCE Performed?
In this procedure, a patient has to swallow the disposable tiny capsule (contains LED and camera). Also,sensors are attached to the abdomen whose other end is connected to data recorder present in belt worn by you. This recorder records images captured by camera when capsule travels through the gastrointestinal tract.
Then the doctor studies the images on a monitor to determine the problems in digestive system. The capsule then comes out of the body in the stool within 48 hours.This procedure is painless so normally anesthesia is not given to patients and they can leave for home after the procedure.
VCE also called as Wireless endoscopy,capsule-enteroscopy or small-bowel endoscopy.
Preparation Before the VCE?
- Patient have to fast for 12 hours prior to procedure.
- Inform doctor about your medications.
- If you are allergic to any medications,let the doctor know in advance.
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