Capsule endoscopy and enteroscopy: modern modalities to investigate the small bowel in paediatrics. Issue 2 (6th September 2007)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Sidhu, R; Sanders, D S; McAlindon, M E; Thomson, M
• Is Part Of: Archives of disease in childhood. Volume 93:Issue 2(2008)
• Page Start: 154
• Page End: 159
• Publication Date: 2007-09-06
• Subjects: Children -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Infants -- Diseases -- Periodicals; 618.920005
• DOI: 10.1136/adc.2007.125369
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0003-9888

Abstract

Abstract : Historically the small bowel has been considered a technically difficult area to examine because of its length (3-5 metres), location and tortuosity. Capsule endoscopy and enteroscopy have revolutionised the investigation pathway of the small bowel in adults. They are now developing increasingly important roles as modalities of investigation in paediatrics. This review appraises the current literature to define the clinical indications and practical aspects of capsule endoscopy and enteroscopy that are of interest to the clinician.