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Capsule Endoscopy in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Capsule endoscopy uses a swallowed camera capsule to examine parts of the small intestine other scopes cannot reach.
What Is Capsule Endoscopy?
Capsule endoscopy uses a single-use, vitamin-sized camera capsule that you swallow with water. As it moves naturally through the digestive tract, it takes thousands of images of the small intestine — the one part of the gut that a standard upper GI endoscope and colonoscope cannot reach between them.
- Investigates obscure bleeding not explained by endoscopy or colonoscopy
- Evaluates unexplained iron-deficiency anaemia
- Assesses suspected small bowel Crohn's disease
- Screens for small bowel tumours or polyps
- No sedation, no incisions and no hospital stay required
Capsule Endoscopy in Ahmedabad
Capsule endoscopy uses a swallowed camera capsule to examine parts of the small intestine other scopes cannot reach.
Capsule endoscopy uses a vitamin-sized camera that you swallow. As it travels through the small intestine it records thousands of images, reaching areas that a standard endoscope or colonoscope cannot.
Dr. Neil B. Palkhiwala, Consultant Gastroenterologist with 12+ years of experience, reviews capsule endoscopy studies at Aryav Super Speciality Hospital in Science City, Sola, Ahmedabad, Gujarat — easily reached from Bhadaj, Shilaj, Ghatlodiya, Gota, Thaltej, Hebatpur, Memnagar and Gurukul.
It is the test of choice for obscure gastrointestinal bleeding and for suspected small bowel Crohn's disease, requiring no sedation and no downtime.
At Aryav Super Speciality Hospital, Sola, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, this treatment is planned and performed by Dr. Neil B. Palkhiwala and the clinical team, supported by advanced imaging, modular operation theatres, dedicated intensive care and an in-house rehabilitation unit.
When Is Capsule Endoscopy Used?
- Bleeding with normal endoscopy and colonoscopy
- Unexplained iron deficiency anaemia
- Suspected small bowel Crohn's disease
- Suspected small bowel tumours or polyps
- Monitoring known Crohn's disease of the small bowel
What the Day Looks Like
- 1
You arrive fasting and swallow the capsule with water.
- 2
A recorder worn on a belt collects images through the day.
- 3
You can move about normally and eat after a few hours.
- 4
The capsule passes naturally and the recording is reviewed afterwards.
What Capsule Endoscopy Can Detect
- Sources of small bowel bleeding not visible on regular endoscopy or colonoscopy
- Ulcers, inflammation or strictures associated with Crohn's disease
- Small bowel polyps or tumours
- Changes suggestive of coeliac disease affecting the small intestine
Preparing for Capsule Endoscopy
Preparation is lighter than a colonoscopy, but still matters for clear images. Our team gives you a written plan at booking.
- Clear liquids only from the evening before the test
- Fast for the period advised on the morning of the procedure
- Tell us if you have a known bowel stricture or swallowing difficulty, since this affects capsule safety
- Certain medicines may need to be paused — discuss your regular medications in advance
Recovery and follow-up
- No sedation is needed, so there is no recovery time.
- Normal routine resumes the same day.
- Findings are explained once the recording has been read.
Dr. Neil Palkhiwala – Capsule Endoscopy Specialist in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Dr. Neil B. Palkhiwala
Consultant Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
MBBS, MD, DM, MRCP SCE (UK)
Dr. Neil B. Palkhiwala is a highly qualified and compassionate Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist, committed to delivering comprehensive digestive and liver care with a patient-first approach. He is the Founder and Director of Aryav Superspeciality Hospital in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
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Recovery support
Physiotherapy, diet guidance and scheduled reviews continue well after discharge.
Frequently asked questions about capsule endoscopy
Who reviews capsule endoscopy findings at Aryav Super Speciality Hospital?
Dr. Neil B. Palkhiwala, Consultant Gastroenterologist with over 12 years of experience, reviews every capsule endoscopy recording and explains the findings personally.
Is swallowing the capsule difficult?
It is about the size of a large vitamin tablet and most patients swallow it easily with a sip of water.
Can the capsule get stuck?
Rarely, and only where there is a significant narrowing (stricture) — which is why we screen for this before the test.
Do I need to retrieve the capsule?
No. It is single-use and passes out naturally in a bowel movement within a day or two.
Is capsule endoscopy painful?
No. Swallowing the capsule feels like swallowing a large tablet, and you feel nothing as it travels through the gut.
When will I get the results?
The recording is reviewed after the test day, and Dr. Neil B. Palkhiwala explains the findings once the full study has been read, usually within a few days.
How is capsule endoscopy different from a regular endoscopy?
A regular endoscope is passed through the mouth or rectum and can only reach the upper or lower gut. Capsule endoscopy images the small intestine in between, which neither can reach.
Where can I get capsule endoscopy near Sola or Science City, Ahmedabad?
Dr. Neil B. Palkhiwala offers capsule endoscopy at Aryav Super Speciality Hospital, Science City, Sola, Ahmedabad — convenient for patients from Bhadaj, Shilaj, Ghatlodiya, Gota, Thaltej, Hebatpur, Memnagar and Gurukul.
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