Video Capsule Endoscopy: Atlas and Reference Guide to Capsule and Small Bowel Endoscopy, 2nd Edition (Original PDF from Publisher)

by Martin Keuchel (ed.), Friedrich Hagenmüller (ed.), Hisao Tajiri (ed.)
This fully revised and expanded second edition provides a comprehensive and most up-to-date overview of the technique and performance of video capsule endoscopy. History, technique, performance, reading, indications, contraindications, outcomes, complications, and alternative methods are described systematically by a large international panel of experts. In addition, the full range of small bowel diseases, from the common to the rare, are described and illustrated using a unique and exhaustive collection of capsule endoscopy images that are accompanied by corresponding images of enteroscopy, surgery, radiology and histology whenever possible. This second edition includes a wealth of new images and covers new topics such as non-imaging capsules, and panintestinal capsule endoscopy. Moreover, new clinical guidelines and quality parameters describe the current standard of care in capsule endoscopy. The newest technology of colon capsule endoscopy is covered as well as magnetic capsule endoscopy of the stomach. Exciting potential future developments in hardware and artificial intelligence are also considered. This superb atlas and detailed guide will be indispensable for all who use the technique or are considering establishing a video capsule endoscopy service.