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.
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.