Unexpected Capsule Endoscopy Images Reveal Aspiration
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The video capsule was successfully removed from the right bronchus intermedius using flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy. The patient tolerated the procedure well and recovered without further complications. He declined further endoscopic work up of his anemia. It was thought to be multifactorial due to chronic kidney disease and underlying myelodysplasia. He responded well to iron therapy and epoetin injections, with no further anemia. Few case reports exist in the literature of aspirated video capsules.1,2 This case serves to increase recognition of this possible adverse event.
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