Capsule Endoscopy
This procedure involves ingesting a small (about the size of a large vitamin pill) Given Imaging M2A Capsule, which will pass naturally through your digestive system while taking pictures of the intestine.
The images are transmitted to the SensorArray which is placed on your abdomen. The SensorArray is attached to a walkman-like Given DataRecorder which saves all the images. The DataRecorder is located in the RecorderBelt, which is worn around your waist.

After eight hours, you will remove the RecorderBelt and return it to your physician for processing.
The M2A Capsule is disposable and will be excreted naturally in your bowel movement. In the rare case that it will not be excreted naturally, it will need to be removed endoscopically or surgically.
What to Expect
Patients are asked to wear a cotton t-shirt to their appointment. Once you arrive at the clinic or office, a medical assistant will prepare you for a Capsule Endoscopy by placing a sensor belt around the abdomen. The belt is connected to the recording device. The recorder is placed in a sleeve with a strap and that is then placed around the shoulder. You will be given a pill-sized capsule to swallow. The Capsule Endoscope will pass naturally through your digestive tract. As it travels through your body, it will transmit video images to the data recorder you’ll be wearing. You will have to wear the data recorder on your belt or in your pocket for about eight hours. After the appropriate time has elapsed, and the capsule is excreted, you will return to the doctor’s office to have the data recorder removed. The images of your small bowel will be uploaded to a computer screen so the physician can review them. For most people, the test is comfortable. You should not go near an MRI device while undergoing this test.