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- Title
Could a bleeding-sensor device be established as a new paradigm for detecting upper gastrointestinal bleeding before performing endoscopy?
- Authors
Sun Gyo Lim
- Abstract
The article discusses the potential use of a bleeding-sensor device, known as the PillSense system, for detecting upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) before performing endoscopy. UGIB remains a common symptom that leads to emergency room visits, and current scoring systems for predicting the severity of UGIB have limitations. The PillSense system, which is a swallowable capsule equipped with an optical sensor, has shown promise in detecting the presence of blood in the gastrointestinal tract. However, there are important considerations to address before implementing this device clinically, such as determining the appropriate level of intervention, differentiating between existing and ongoing bleeding, predicting the location of bleeding, and ensuring safety. While the device is still in the early stages of development, it has the potential to be a valuable tool for future clinical applications.
- Subjects
GASTROINTESTINAL hemorrhage; ENDOSCOPIC hemostasis; MACHINE learning; EMERGENCY room visits; ENDOSCOPY; CAPSULE endoscopy; HELICOBACTER pylori infections
- Publication
Clinical Endoscopy, 2024, Vol 57, Issue 2, p191
- ISSN
2234-2400
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.5946/ce.2024.008