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Capsule endoscopy (CE) diagnostic yields are comparable to prior studies, but optimization is possible. Factors like request origin and extended waiting lists may impact results, while patient age and gastric transit influence examination completeness.

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  • Gastroenterology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Endoscopy

Background:

  • Capsule endoscopy (CE) is a valuable diagnostic tool.
  • High-volume centers offer opportunities for optimizing CE procedures.
  • Understanding factors influencing CE efficacy is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify parameters for optimization in capsule endoscopy (CE).
  • To analyze diagnostic yield and procedural success factors in a high-volume center.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective observational study of 1325 CE procedures (2017-2022).
  • Analysis of overall and effective diagnostic yield, completion rates, and cleansing degree.
  • Evaluation of influence of indication, requesting center, and waiting list duration.

Main Results:

  • Overall diagnostic yield was 70.99%, effective yield 72.7%.
  • Completion rates were lower in patients >70 years and with gastric transit >60 minutes.
  • Acceptable cleansing degree (77.3% clean).

Conclusions:

  • CE diagnostic yields align with existing literature.
  • Requesting center and waiting list duration may affect diagnostic yield.
  • Patient age and gastric transit time are key factors for CE completion.