Reply to Girelli et al.

The letter from Girelli et al. [1] represents a new and important report concerning the potential contraindications of capsule endoscopy (apart from the esophageal capsule). We can conclude that implanted cardiovascular electromagnetic devices are not a contraindication to investigation of patients using the M2A capsule endoscope (Given Imaging, Yoqneam, Israel).

Reference

• 1 Girelli C M, Tartara P, Vitali E. Lack of reciprocal interference between capsule endoscope and left ventricular assist device.  Endoscopy. 2006;  38 94-96