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Abstract
Video capsule endoscopy (VCE) has become a clinically accepted diagnostic modality in the last 20 years and has established a technological roadmap for other capsule endoscopy (CE) devices, incorporating microscale technology, a local power supply and wireless communication. However, VCE does not provide a therapeutic function and research in therapeutic capsule endoscopy (TCE) has been limited. This paper proposes a new route towards viable TCE based on multiple CE devices including essential nanoscale components. A first device is used for multimodal diagnosis, with quantitative microultrasound as a complement to video imaging. Ultrasound-enhanced fluorescent marking of sites of pathology allows follow-up with a second device for therapy. This is based on fluorescence imaging and ultrasound-mediated targeted drug delivery. Subsequent treatment verification and monitoring with a third device exploits the minimally invasive nature of CE. Clinical implementation of a complete patient pathway remains the subject of research but several key components have been prepared in early prototype form. These are described, along with gaps that remain to be filled.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 2017 IEEE 17th International Conference on Nanotechnology, NANO 2017 |
Place of Publication | United States |
Publisher | IEEE |
Pages | 434-435 |
Number of pages | 2 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781509030286 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 23 Nov 2017 |
Event | 17th IEEE International Conference on Nanotechnology, NANO 2017 - Pittsburgh, United States Duration: 25 Jul 2017 → 28 Jul 2017 |
Conference
Conference | 17th IEEE International Conference on Nanotechnology, NANO 2017 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | Pittsburgh |
Period | 25/07/17 → 28/07/17 |
Keywords
- Drugs
- Nanoscale devices
- Fluorescence
- Endoscopes
- Imaging
- Ultrasonic imaging
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Surfaces, Coatings and Films
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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Sonopill: Minimally Invasive Gastrointestinal Diagnosis and Therapy (Joint with University of Glasgow & Heriot Watt University)
Cochran, S. (Investigator), Corner, G. (Investigator), Cuschieri, A. (Investigator), Nathke, I. (Investigator) & Steele, B. (Investigator)
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
27/05/13 → 14/12/18
Project: Research