Colon Capsule Endoscopy: Indications, Findings, and Complications - Data from a Prospective German Colon Capsule Registry Trial (DEKOR).

ABSTRACT:

Background/aims

Reliable and especially widely accepted preventive measures are crucial to further reduce the incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC). Colon capsule endoscopy (CCE) might increase the screening numbers among patients unable or unwilling to undergo conventional colonoscopy. This registry trial aimed to document and determine the CCE indications, findings, complications, and adverse events in outpatient practices and clinics throughout Germany.

Methods

Patients undergoing CCE between 2010 and 2015 were enrolled in this prospective multicenter registry trial at six German centers. Patient demographics, outcomes, and complications were evaluated.

Results

A total of 161 patients were included. Of the CCE evaluations, 111 (68.9%) were considered successful. Pat

SUBMITTER: Hausmann J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7939783 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature