Capsule endoscopy
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Capsule endoscopy
Capsule endoscopy. Doctor holding a capsule endoscope. This pill-shaped capsule contains a small camera and is swallowed by a patient to provide real-time video images of the stomach and intestines. Over a day, the pill moves through the digestive system while the radio antenna continually transmits images, allowing disorders, such as ulcers, to be found
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Media ID 9208047
© ARNO MASSEE/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Bowel Bowels Camera Device Diagnosis Diagnostic Diagnostics Digestive System Doctor Endoscope Endoscopic Endoscopy Gastroenterological Gastroenterology Gastrointestinal Tract Holding Intestinal Intestine Intestines Miniature Technique Video Wireless
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print by Arno Massee, we witness the remarkable world of capsule endoscopy. A doctor, with a look of expertise and confidence, delicately holds a small pill-shaped device known as a capsule endoscope. This revolutionary technique has transformed the field of gastroenterology by providing real-time video images of the stomach and intestines. As described in the caption, this miniature marvel contains a tiny camera that captures detailed footage while it journeys through the digestive system. The patient swallows this wireless wonder, allowing it to navigate its way through their gut over the course of a day. With an integrated radio antenna constantly transmitting images, doctors can now diagnose disorders such as ulcers with unprecedented precision. The technological advancements behind this diagnostic tool are truly awe-inspiring. By merging human ingenuity with cutting-edge medical technology, healthcare professionals can now explore the intricate complexities of our gastrointestinal tract like never before. This breakthrough innovation offers incredible detail and accuracy in diagnosing intestinal conditions. Arno Massee's photograph beautifully encapsulates both the significance and potential impact of capsule endoscopy on modern medicine. It serves as a powerful reminder that science continues to push boundaries and revolutionize healthcare practices for better patient outcomes worldwide.
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