CompletedNot Applicable

Study of the Feasibility of Magnetic Navigated Capsule Endoscope in the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Examination

Taiwan10 participantsStarted 2016-09

Plain-language summary

External control of capsule endoscopy (CE) by means of an applied magnetic field is a possible way to maneuver the movement of CE in gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety and feasibility of magnetic maneuvering of a capsule endoscope in the upper gastrointestinal tract, including the esophagus, stomach and duodenum in healthy subjects.

Who can participate

Age range20 Years – 65 Years

SexALL

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Exclusion criteria

✕. Patient with obstruction of gastrointestinal tract.
✕. Pregnant woman.
✕. Patient implantation of pacemaker.
✕. Patient implanted with metal electronic devices、artificial joints or fixator.
✕. Patient with cancer.
✕. Patient with difficulty in swallowing.
✕. Patient with operation on the stomach.

What they're measuring

Assess the Completeness of Capsule Endoscopy

Timeframe: The outcome measure was performed within 2 weeks after examination

Trial details

NCT IDNCT02886338

SponsorTaipei Medical University WanFang Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2016-11

Results submitted2016-11-29

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