Capsule Endoscopy in Ahmedabad
Akshar Gastro & Liver Hospital, Ahmedabad offers advanced Capsule Endoscopy for painless examination of the small intestine. This modern technology uses a tiny swallowable camera capsule to capture thousands of images, helping diagnose digestive diseases without inserting tubes or undergoing anesthesia.
What is Capsule Endoscopy?
Capsule Endoscopy is a non-invasive procedure where a patient swallows a small capsule containing a miniature camera. As it travels through the digestive tract, it captures images of the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine.
It is especially useful for detecting abnormalities that cannot be seen in traditional endoscopy or colonoscopy.
Why is Capsule Endoscopy Done?
Your gastroenterologist may recommend capsule endoscopy if you have:
- Unexplained gastrointestinal bleeding
- Chronic or intermittent anemia
- Suspected small intestine tumors
- Unexplained abdominal pain
- Chronic diarrhea or unexplained weight loss
- Suspected Crohn’s disease
What Capsule Endoscopy Detects
- Small intestine ulcers
- Polyps and tumors
- Hidden intestinal bleeding
- Crohn’s disease and inflammation
- Celiac disease complications
Benefits of Capsule Endoscopy
- Completely painless and non-invasive
- No sedation or anesthesia required
- Detects hidden small intestine disorders
- Safe and highly accurate imaging
- You can walk and move normally after swallowing the capsule
Capsule Endoscopy at Akshar Gastro & Liver Hospital, Ahmedabad
- Performed by expert gastroenterologists
- Latest wireless capsule imaging technology
- Full monitoring throughout procedure
- Detailed image review by specialists
- Trusted diagnostic center in Ahmedabad & Gujarat
How to Prepare for Capsule Endoscopy
- Do not eat for 8–12 hours before test
- Stop iron supplements 3 days prior (if advised)
- Inform doctor if you have swallowing difficulty
During the Procedure
- You will swallow a capsule the size of a large vitamin pill
- A recorder belt is worn to store images
- The capsule naturally passes through the intestines
- You can go home after swallowing the capsule
After the Procedure
- Eat after 2–4 hours unless instructed otherwise
- The capsule passes in stool naturally in 24–48 hours
- No recovery time or hospitalization needed
- Doctor reviews the recorded images and provides reports
Who Should Consider Capsule Endoscopy?
- Patients with unexplained bleeding or anemia
- People suspected of small bowel Crohn’s disease
- Those with chronic abdominal pain without diagnosis
- Patients who cannot undergo traditional endoscopy
Book Capsule Endoscopy in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Capsule Endoscopy provides life-saving early diagnosis of hidden digestive problems.
If standard tests have failed to detect your symptoms, Capsule Endoscopy may give you the right answers. Book your test today at Akshar Gastro & Liver Hospital.
