Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Endoscopic Procedures III: Video Capsule Endoscopy

Endoscopic Procedures III: Video Capsule Endoscopy

Capsule endoscopy, or wireless or video capsule endoscopy, is a diagnostic procedure for examining the entire gastrointestinal tract. Patients swallow a capsule about the size of a vitamin tablet. The capsule is equipped with a transmitter, a battery, an LED light source, and a color video camera to capture images throughout the gastrointestinal tract. This procedure is particularly useful for diagnosing conditions such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, tumors, polyps, ulcers, unexplained...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Combination therapy for hypertension: an update.

Journal of clinical hypertension (Greenwich, Conn.)·2003

Same author

Selection based on morphological assessment of oocytes and embryos at different stages of preimplantation development: a review.

Human reproduction update·2003

Same author

Developmental competence of oocytes showing increased cytoplasmic viscosity.

Human reproduction (Oxford, England)·2003

Same author

Signal recognition particle-dependent protein targeting, universal to all kingdoms of life.

Reviews of physiology, biochemistry and pharmacology·2003

Same author

[Otorhinolaryngologic diseases and flying].

Wiener medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)·2002

Same author

First polar body morphology and blastocyst formation rate in ICSI patients.

Human reproduction (Oxford, England)·2002

Same journal

News and Product Update.

Journal of medical engineering & technology·2026

Same journal

PMMA based ultra miniaturized implantable antenna for biotelemetry applications.

Journal of medical engineering & technology·2026

Same journal

Comparative machine learning for accurate EEG-based epileptic seizure state classification using sub-band analysis.

Journal of medical engineering & technology·2026

Same journal

Genetic algorithm-optimized machine learning approaches for EEG-based silent speech decoding.

Journal of medical engineering & technology·2026

Same journal

Power transition signatures of vibroarthrographic spectrograms for diagnosing knee joint pathologies.

Journal of medical engineering & technology·2026

Same journal

News and product update.

Journal of medical engineering & technology·2026

See all related articles

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 27, 2026

Autonomous and Rechargeable Microneurostimulator Endoscopically Implantable into the Submucosa

Autonomous and Rechargeable Microneurostimulator Endoscopically Implantable into the Submucosa

Published on: September 27, 2018

Development of autonomous microrobotics in endoscopy.

W B Cheng¹, M Moser, S Kanagaratnam

¹Division of Biomedical Engnieering, University of Saskatchewan , Canada S7N5A9.

Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology

|November 15, 2011

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Understanding colonoscope loop formation is key to improving colorectal cancer screening. This study analyzes loop causes and reviews new technologies to enhance colonoscopy procedures and patient comfort.

More Related Videos

Design and Fabrication of an Elastomeric Unit for Soft Modular Robots in Minimally Invasive Surgery

Design and Fabrication of an Elastomeric Unit for Soft Modular Robots in Minimally Invasive Surgery

Published on: November 14, 2015

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 27, 2026

Autonomous and Rechargeable Microneurostimulator Endoscopically Implantable into the Submucosa

Autonomous and Rechargeable Microneurostimulator Endoscopically Implantable into the Submucosa

Published on: September 27, 2018

Design and Fabrication of an Elastomeric Unit for Soft Modular Robots in Minimally Invasive Surgery

Design and Fabrication of an Elastomeric Unit for Soft Modular Robots in Minimally Invasive Surgery

Published on: November 14, 2015

Area of Science:

Medical Devices
Gastroenterology
Biomechanical Engineering

Background:

The current colonoscope, vital for colorectal cancer screening and diagnosis, has seen minimal innovation over 30 years.
Existing colonoscopes pose risks like perforation and patient discomfort, often due to loop formation.
Looping can impede the completion of colonoscopies, impacting diagnostic efficacy.

Purpose of the Study:

To elucidate the fundamental principles driving colonoscope loop formation.
To review emerging technologies aimed at mitigating colonoscopy-related issues.
To inform the development of improved colonoscope designs for safer and more effective procedures.

Main Methods:

Scientific analysis of loop formation using Kirchhoff's slender rod model.
Review of current state-of-the-art technologies addressing colonoscope limitations.
Identification of key factors contributing to looping: colonic characteristics, tube flexibility, and friction.

Main Results:

Loop formation is attributed to the interplay between colonic anatomy, endoscope flexibility, and external forces.
Kirchhoff's model provides a theoretical framework for understanding the biomechanics of looping.
Several innovative technologies are emerging to combat loop formation and improve scope navigation.

Conclusions:

A deeper understanding of loop formation mechanics is essential for advancing colonoscope technology.
New technologies show promise in reducing procedural risks and enhancing patient experience during colonoscopies.
Further research and development are needed to optimize colonoscope design for widespread clinical benefit.