Double Balloon Endoscopy
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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.
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DBE was originally
developed in Japan in 2001 and is now performed by many gastroenterologists
throughout the world.
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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.
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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.
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Depending on the indication, DBE may offer
patients an alternative to surgery.
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