Video capsule endoscopy system capsule

Video capsule endoscopy systems use a small, ingestible capsule with a built-in camera to capture detailed images of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract as it naturally moves through the digestive system. Clinically, these devices help diagnose conditions like Crohn’s disease, obscure gastrointestinal bleeding, or small bowel tumors by providing real-time visualization of hard-to-reach areas that traditional endoscopy cannot access.

These devices are typically single-use and regulated as medical technology under global standards, requiring compliance with safety and performance guidelines. They are often supplied as part of a larger system, though external components like sensors or monitors may be separate and not included in the capsule itself.