How is Capsule Endoscopy Performed?
PillCam is performed at Jolimont Endoscopy 19/201 Wellington Parade South East Melbourne. It is an outpatient procedure. The only preparation is clear fluids the afternoon before the test and then an overnight fast. There is a small amount of preparation to apply the leads and the recorder belt prior to the capsule being given. Once the PillCam has been swallowed, the patient can leave the hospital. They may drink after 2 hours, and eat after 4 hours. Around 6 – 8 hours after the PillCam is ingested, the patient returns to Jolimont Endoscopy, and the data recorder belt is removed. The Pillcam usually passes within 5 days, and is safe to flush down the toilet.
