Toronto Doctor takes pictures of small intestine with LEDs and camera in a pill

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A Toronto doctor has developed a pill equipped with LEDs and a camera to capture images of the small intestine, enhancing medical diagnostics. This innovative technology allows for non-invasive internal examinations, potentially revolutionizing gastrointestinal health assessments. The discussion recalls a similar concept from the animated show "The Jetsons," where a pill collects patient data. Participants express excitement about the advancements in medical technology and speculate on future developments in the field. The conversation highlights the intersection of science fiction and real-world medical innovations.
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sorry if it's not new news , but i just saw it on tv and thought it was very cool..
 

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i'm sorry but it says mcmaster which is in hamilton
 
Hey i remember seeing a story a few years ago... guess thsi is it... pretty cool
 
Didn't they do something like this on the Jetsons? If I remember correctly, George had to take the pill and the doctor talked to it, gathering information about the patient. At some point, the pill got shot out of George and ended up in a mummy that was near by. The doctor then told George that his condition was terminal. My God, how the hell can I remember an episode of a show that I haven't seen in 20 years, but I can't seem to keep 5 or 6 trig identities in my head for more then a few hours.

Anyway, very cool stuff, I can't wait to see what the world looks like in another 5 years.
 

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