No-scope stomach check: magnetic camera tested for pre-surgery screening
NCT ID NCT07587437
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a swallowable camera capsule, controlled by magnets from outside the body, can safely and effectively examine the stomach and esophagus in 30 people preparing for weight loss surgery. Participants swallow the capsule after fasting, and a surgeon guides it using a magnetic system. The goal is to see if this method can replace traditional endoscopy, which requires sedation.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Magnetically Controlled Capsule Endoscopy (MCCE) device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a safer, sedation-free way to check the upper digestive tract before weight loss surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early feasibility study with only 30 participants. The capsule may not work well in all patients, and device failure or incomplete visualization are possible.
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Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Cleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States