What is a Pillcam?

What is Capsule Endoscopy?

Capsule endoscopy is an effective procedure to visualize the small bowel. The procedure involves the patient swallowing the capsule, which travels naturally through the digestive tract and is then excreted.

As the capsule passes through the digestive tract images are captured and sent wirelessly to a recording device, where the images are stores. During the procedure, the patient carries the recording device while going about normal daily life. After returning the recording device to the clinic, the physician will review the images.