Swallow a robot? new pill camera could replace scopes for kids
NCT ID NCT06030518
First seen Mar 21, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study tested a swallowable, robot-controlled camera pill in 15 children aged 11-16 with abdominal pain. The pill is steered by a magnet outside the body to examine the stomach, avoiding the need for a traditional endoscope and general anesthesia. Researchers compared how acceptable and effective the pill camera was versus the standard scope procedure.
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Sheffield Childrens NHS FT
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TH, United Kingdom
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