Management of retained endoscopy capsule: a case series and literature review

J Surg Case Rep. 2024 Nov 25;2024(11):rjae749. doi: 10.1093/jscr/rjae749. eCollection 2024 Nov.

Abstract

Video capsule endoscopy has become the gold standard for the evaluation of small bowel pathology. Capsular retention remains the most significant risk of this intervention. Here, we present two cases of retained capsules and our minimally invasive approach to retrieval. We also review the literature pertaining to retained endoscopy capsules and highlight a range of medical, surgical, and preventative strategies utilized in its management.

Keywords: Crohn’s disease; endoscopy; enteroscopy; intestinal obstruction; retained capsule endoscope; video capsule endoscopy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports