understand double ballon endoscopy

Double Balloon Endoscopy

•	Double balloon enteroscopy (DBE), also known as "push-pull enteroscopy" or the "double-bubble", is a new endoscopic technique that allows pan-enteric (complete) examination of the small bowel.
•	DBE was originally developed in Japan in 2001 and is now performed by many gastroenterologists throughout the world.
•	DBE is a complimentary technique to small bowel capsule endoscopy. Often abnormalities found at capsule endoscopy are investigated by DBE since DBE can take biopsies or perform treatment which capsule endoscopy cannot do.
•	DBE and capsule endoscopy in combination are two of the most powerful, non-invasive and easy ways to investigate the small bowel. Both tests are associated with minimal discomfort and a very low complication rate.
•	Depending on the indication, DBE may offer patients an alternative to surgery.