The operation training for magnetically controlled capsule endoscopy

Background and aim Magnetically controlled capsule endoscopy (MCE) is a safe, noninvasive examination and has a diagnostic accuracy similar to that of standard gastroscopy. Now, MCE is widely used in the clinical practice. However, there is no studies about MCE training. This study aims to report the operation training course of MCE. Methods The MCE training data of trainees without gastroscopy experience was reviewed. The characteristics of trainees, training course, training time and training results were recorded. Results The MCE training data of five technical people were included in the present study. All participants were females with mean age of 32-years-old (range 30–34 years). All the participants finished the training course in 4 days. We reviewed the data of the first 10 MCE examination performed by the participant. Three participants could finish the whole stomach observation in all 10 patients (10/10). Two participants could finish the whole stomach observation in nine patients (9/10). Conclusion After the systematic training course, technical staff can be trained for MCE operation. Further studies should be conducted to observe the learning curve of MCE operation.