A non-invasive procedure where a patient swallows a small capsule containing a camera to visualize the small intestine.
Used when traditional endoscopic methods are unable to reach or visualize the small bowel effectively. May be indicated for obscure gastrointestinal bleeding, Crohn's disease, or suspected small bowel tumors.
"Capsule endoscopy ordered for small bowel evaluation to investigate source of occult bleeding."
Used in the Plan section to document the intent to perform this procedure.
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