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Figure 49.20 Composite image showing relative size and internal structure of a capsule endoscope system suitable for use in dogs.
Source: Image courtesy of Infiniti Medical, LLC. www.Infinitimedical.com
Figure 49.21 Composite image showing several captures from a capsule endoscopy system as it transits the small intestine of a canine
patient. Marked mucosal erosion and ulceration are apparent. Source: Image courtesy of Infiniti Medical, LLC. www.Infinitimedical.com
A number of newer systems and strategies have been
described that have the potential to allow direct visuali- Double Balloon Enteroscopy
zation of much larger proportions of the gastrointestinal Double balloon push and pull enteroscopy is carried out
tract. The two most promising are double balloon push using an endoscope with an inflatable balloon, similar to
and pull enteroscopy and the use of capsule endoscopy a Foley catheter balloon, incorporated into the distal
systems. endoscope tip, and an additional balloon on a mobile
