Capsule endoscopy for unexplained anemia on blood thinners
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study uses a capsule endoscopy (a pill-sized camera you swallow) to look for hidden sources of bleeding in the small intestine of people who have iron deficiency anemia and take blood thinners. Finding the cause may help manage your anemia and avoid unnecessary repeat tests.
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Who can take part
- You have iron deficiency anemia confirmed by blood tests
- You take a blood-thinning medicine (anticoagulant or antiplatelet)
- You have not had any recent obvious gastrointestinal bleeding
- You have not had an upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, or capsule endoscopy for bleeding in the last 6 months
- You do not have other sources of blood loss such as from the bladder, uterus, or large bruises
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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