Capsule Endoscopy at R L Gastrocare Clinic, Pune
A capsule endoscopy is a procedure that utilizes a small wireless camera to capture images of your digestive tract. Encased within a vitamin-sized capsule that you swallow, the camera journeys through your digestive system, capturing thousands of pictures along the way. These images are then transmitted to a recorder that you wear on a belt around your waist.
At R L Gastrocare Clinic, operated by Dr. Rupesh Lunkad, a renowned Gastroenterologist and Liver Specialist practicing on Pune Satara Road, capsule endoscopy is performed with advanced technology and expert care.
This innovative approach aids doctors in examining the interior of your small intestine, a region not easily accessible through more traditional endoscopy procedures. If you’re considering a capsule endoscopy and are in Pune, visit R L Gastrocare Clinic for guidance from a skilled and experienced endoscopy doctor in Pune.
Why It's Done
- Find the cause of gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Diagnose inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s disease.
- Diagnose cancer.
How You Prepare
To help the camera capture clear images of your digestive tract, you’ll be asked to stop eating and drinking at least 12 hours before the procedure. In some cases, your doctor may ask you to take a laxative before your capsule endoscopy to flush out your small intestine. This has been shown to improve the quality of the pictures collected by the capsule’s camera.
For expert guidance and personalized care, consult Dr. Rupesh Lunkad at R L Gastrocare Clinic on Pune Satara Road.
What You Can Expect
Before the Procedure
On the day of your capsule endoscopy, your health care team will review the procedure. You might be asked to remove your shirt so that adhesive patches can be attached to your abdomen. Each patch contains an antenna with wires that connect to a recorder. Some devices don’t require patches.
You wear the recorder with a special belt around your waist. The camera sends images to the antenna patches on your abdomen, which feed the data to the recorder. The recorder collects and stores the images.
During the Procedure
Once the recorder, ready and attached to your body, is connected, you swallow the camera capsule with water. The capsule, coated for easy swallowing, should be virtually imperceptible once ingested.
If you’re in Pune and considering this procedure, it’s recommended to visit R L Gastrocare Clinic, where Dr. Rupesh Lunkad can provide expert guidance and ensure a smooth and effective capsule endoscopy experience.
After the Procedure
Wait two hours after you swallow the capsule to resume drinking clear liquids. After six hours, you can have a light lunch or a snack unless your doctor tells you otherwise. The capsule endoscopy procedure is complete after eight hours or when you see the camera capsule in the toilet after a bowel movement, whichever comes first.
Once the procedure is finished, your body might expel the camera capsule within hours or after several days. At R L Gastrocare Clinic, your doctor will review the results and provide the necessary follow-up care.
Results
The camera employed in capsule endoscopy captures thousands of color photos as it navigates through your digestive tract. These images, stored on the recorder, are later transferred to a computer equipped with special software that strings them together to form a comprehensive video.
To analyze this video and identify any abnormalities in your digestive tract, consult with Dr. Rupesh Lunkad at R L Gastrocare Clinic on Pune Satara Road. His expertise ensures thorough and personalized care, providing you with an accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plan.
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