Early detection is key to better outcomes for patients. But how can doctors find early signs of cancer when some polyps are barely detectable by the human eye? Through enhanced visualization technology, doctors can detect and treat lung nodules and colon polyps before they turn into cancer. For example, one of our imaging navigation systems includes a software algorithm that builds a 3D map of the lungs to help doctors make a diagnosis.
That same kind of state-of-the-art visualization technology is behind our ingestible capsule endoscopy system, now cleared by the FDA for at-home use. After swallowing a capsule that has either one or two cameras, the system takes thousands of images as it travels down the digestive tract, which can help clinicians spot gastrointestinal abnormalities. Medtronic is partnering with Amazon to bring the technology to your door.
To heal patients, clinicians must be able to detect and diagnose the problem. We can help.
“When it comes to lung and colon cancer, we know that early detection and treatment are often the key to better patient outcomes,” explains Dr. John de Csepel, chief medical officer for the Americas Region at Medtronic. “Providing surgeons with tools that can help identify and address a problem sooner means we can help patients recover faster and, hopefully, beat their disease.”