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Side Effects of Capsule Endoscopy
Capsule endoscopy is a well-tolerated and safe procedure and side effects are rare. The main risk is capsule retention, which is estimated to occur in fewer than 0.75% of cases. In the rare instances when this occurs further medical treatment may be required. Discuss concerns with your physician.
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What does a Gastroenterologist do?
A gastroenterologist is a physician who has specialised training and experience in managing diseases of the gastrointestinal tract the stomach, intestines, oesophagus, liver, pancreas, colon and rectum.
The training involves more than five years of additional education in internal medicine and gastroenterology following medical school. This includes training in endoscopy the use of narrow, flexible lighted tubes with built-in video cameras used to see the inside of the GI tract.
A gastroenterologist often undertakes:
- Gastroscopy
- Colonscopy
- Capsule Endoscopy
All advice given is general and for guidance purposes only.
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