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Swallow a tiny magnet: painless camera could replace endoscopy

NCT ID NCT04068480

Diagnosis Sponsor: Bács-Kiskun County Teaching Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a magnetically controlled capsule endoscope—a tiny camera you swallow—to painlessly screen the esophagus and stomach. Researchers will compare different swallowing protocols to see which gives the best view of the Z-line and other areas. 300 patients already scheduled for small bowel capsule endoscopy will participate. The goal is to improve detection of reflux esophagitis and other disorders without the discomfort of traditional endoscopy.

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 provide a painless, non-invasive screening method for esophageal and stomach diseases, potentially replacing traditional endoscopy in some cases.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study focused on improving visualization techniques, not on treating disease. The capsule may not detect all abnormalities, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

About 300 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Nov 2017

Expected to finish

Dec 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Every patient who met the eligibility criteria and had MCCE examination with esophageal protocol.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: \- patients referred for small bowel capsule endoscopy in any indication Exclusion Criteria: * known or suspected stricture in the GI tract * previous surgery with bowel anastomosis * swallowing complaints * dementia * implanted cardioverter defibrillator * inability to sign the informed consent

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

esophageal disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Esophageal diseases Video capsule endoscopy

How to take part

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Endo-Kapszula Privat Medical Cenbter

    RECRUITING

    Székesfehérvár, --None---, 8000, Hungary

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