| Double balloon enteroscopy: |
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is a day-case procedure |
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takes between 45 minutes to 2 hours depending on the indication |
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can be performed under sedation or short acting general anaesthesia for maximum comfort |
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is performed through the mouth or the rectum depending on which part of the small bowel needs to be assessed |
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| During the procedure: |
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Carbon dioxide is used to insufflate the small bowel which minimises bloating |
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Fluoroscopy (X-rays) may be used to check the position of the DBE |
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Tissue biopsies are taken |
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Treatment is performed |
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Any findings are recorded by photos and DVD |
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