Gastrointestinal diagnostic technology has taken another step forward with Capsule Endoscopy, a technology that allows doctors to examine abnormalities throughout the gastrointestinal tract, particularly the small intestine, an area that can be difficult to reach with conventional endoscopy.
The procedure provides detailed images of the digestive tract in a safe and minimally invasive manner. Patients simply swallow a small, pill-sized capsule with water. No surgery or general anesthesia is required, and patients can generally continue their normal daily activities during the examination, depending on the examination protocol.
What Is Capsule Endoscopy?
Capsule Endoscopy uses a tiny camera contained inside a small capsule. After the patient swallows the capsule, natural contractions of the gastrointestinal tract move it through the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.
As the capsule travels through the digestive tract, the camera continuously captures tens of thousands of images and transmits the images to an external recording device. After the examination, a specialist reviews and interprets the recorded images to evaluate the gastrointestinal tract. The capsule is then naturally passed from the body through the stool.
Benefits of Capsule Endoscopy
No incision and minimal discomfort : The patient simply swallows the small capsule like a regular tablet.
No general anesthesia required : This may help reduce risks associated with anesthesia or sedation.
Thorough examination of the small intestine : Capsule Endoscopy can visualize areas of the small intestine that are difficult to access with conventional endoscopy.
Continue daily activities : During the examination, patients can generally walk around and perform light activities as usual and do not need to stay in the hospital for recovery, depending on the selected examination program.
Who May Benefit from Capsule Endoscopy ?
Capsule Endoscopy may be recommended for :
Patients with unexplained gastrointestinal bleeding or chronic iron-deficiency anemia.
Patients suspected of having abnormalities in the small intestine, such as ulcers, polyps, or tumors.
Patients with chronic abdominal pain of unknown cause.
Patients suspected of having Crohn’s disease or other chronic inflammatory bowel conditions.
Capsule Endoscopy Package
Thonburi Thawiwatthana Hospital offers comprehensive Capsule Endoscopy packages to provide patients with greater confidence and an appropriate option for gastrointestinal evaluation and diagnosis.
What Is Included in the Package ?
Capsule endoscopy fee and specialist physician fee for image interpretation and reporting.
Medication for bowel preparation and bowel cleansing equipment.
Physician consultation and evaluation before capsule ingestion, as well as hospital service fees.
What Is Not Included ?
Additional consultation fees with specialists, if required.
Expenses related to underlying medical conditions or services beyond the package, such as medications, medical supplies, laboratory tests, or additional diagnostic investigations recommended by the physician.
Additional hospitalization costs if the patient requires extended medical care or requests to remain in the hospital beyond the scheduled period. Such charges will be applied according to the hospital's standard rates.
Medications and medical supplies unrelated to the capsule endoscopy procedure or used beyond the specified package items will be charged according to the hospital's standard rates.
Terms and Conditions
The package is available only to patients who have been evaluated and approved by a participating physician.
The package price applies specifically to diagnostic capsule endoscopy and does not include treatment or expenses incurred before or after the procedure.
The package cannot be combined with other promotional offers or special discounts.
Patients using health insurance are not eligible for this package.
For More Information or to Schedule a Consultation
Please contact the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department.
Tel. 02 487 2100 ext. 3140, 3141
