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Pill camera to screen for colon cancer approved in U.S.

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Ingestible pill camera could be option for up to 10% of those who can’t have complete colonoscopy

An ingestible pill camera to help screen for polyps and early signs of colon cancer has been approved for use in the U.S.

Given Imaging Ltd.’s PillCam Colon was originally touted as an alternative to traditional colonoscopy procedures, but the company’s research found images taken by the mini-camera aren’t as clear as those taken during the more invasive procedure.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the device for patients who have experienced an incomplete colonoscopy. The company estimates 750,000 U.S. patients are not able to complete the procedure each year, due to anatomy issues, previous surgery or various colon diseases.

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http://www.cbc.ca/news/health/pill-camera-to-screen-for-colon-cancer-approved-in-u-s-1.2521511

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