How do you know if you passed the PillCam?

In those cases, before using the PillCam we will typically have the patient swallow a sugar pill, and 12 hours later take an X-ray to see if it passes the colon. If it does, then we’ll move forward with the PillCam.

What does a PillCam diagnose?

A: The PillCam SB is considered the gold standard for detecting diseases of the small bowel such as Crohn’s disease and obscure bleeding.

How long does it take to pass a PillCam?

You should pass the capsule naturally after 8-72 hours, but it can sometimes take up to two weeks. If you haven’t passed the capsule by this time, an X-ray may need to be performed to see if it is still present or obstructed.

How does the PillCam SB video camera work?

A:An ingestible capsule device equipped with a miniature video camera to visualize the small intestine. Q: How does the PillCam SB work? A:The smooth plastic capsule has a miniature video camera. It is equipped with a light source, batteries, a radio transmitter and antenna.

Do you need sedation for PillCam SB procedure?

A: The PillCam SB procedure does not require sedation and can be administered in a doctor’s office. Studies have shown patients undergoing the PillCam SB procedure have a much higher level of satisfaction, as it is convenient, comfortable, and recovery is immediate.

What kind of camera does a PillCam have?

A:The smooth plastic capsule has a miniature video camera. It is equipped with a light source, batteries, a radio transmitter and antenna. After it is swallowed, the PillCam SB transmits approximately 50,000 images over the course of an 8 hour period (about 2 images per second) to a DataRecorder fixed to a belt worn around the patient’s waist.

How does the PillCam capsule endoscopy platform work?

This noninvasive platform allows physicians to detect GI abnormalities, monitor disease activity, and assess treatment efficacy. 1 Each solution featured in the PillCam™ capsule endoscopy platform works with RAPID™ software v8.3 and the PillCam™ recorder 3.