Method for performing endoscopic investigation with magnetically controlled endoscopy capsule, involves detecting lying position of patient automatically and arranging tactile sensor device at support surface of patient bearing unit

摘要

The method involves detecting lying position of a patient (4) automatically. A sensor (12) such as an acceleration sensor, gyroscope or slant sensor is arranged at the body of the patient. A tactile sensor device (14) is arranged at the support surface of a patient bearing unit (8). An independent claim is included for device for performing endoscopic investigation with magnetically controlled endoscopy capsule.