Pill-Sized robot camera could replace scary scope for kids
NCT ID NCT06030518
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a swallowable, robot-controlled camera pill could be a less scary alternative to traditional endoscopy for children with stomach pain. Fifteen children aged 11-16 swallowed the capsule, which was steered by a magnet outside the body, and also had a standard endoscopy. The goal was to see if kids found the capsule more acceptable and if it could diagnose problems just as well.
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Sheffield Childrens NHS FT
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TH, United Kingdom