The CT-MCCE system shown during an upper GI tract examination. Public-use approval for this image is pending.

Upper GI tract examination

AICAM™ CT-MCCE System

A cable-transmission magnetically controlled capsule endoscopy (CT-MCCE) system combining a disposable sterile capsule endoscope, image processor, and magnetic control device for examination of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenal bulb. Market-specific intended-use wording requires regulatory review.

Founded 2018 Beijing, China
Registration China Class III No. 20253060186, review wording pending
Clinical evidence Published Gastrointest Endosc. 2025;101:804-817
Market availability TBD Varies by country or region
Why this matters

Designed for upper GI tract examination workflows

AICAM is presented as a cable-transmission magnetically controlled capsule endoscopy system. Its combined magnetic and cable control architecture is designed to support visualization across the esophagus, stomach, and duodenal bulb.

Product positioning and intended-use statements remain subject to product and market-specific regulatory review.

System overview

An integrated system combining cable transmission with magnetic control

Published product information describes the CT-MCCE system as comprising a disposable sterile capsule endoscope, an image processor, and a magnetic control device. AICAM model naming and current commercial configuration require product-owner confirmation.

Disposable sterile capsule endoscope A single-use capsule endoscope with an imaging unit, adjustable LED illumination, a permanent magnet, and an ultra-flexible cable.
Image processor Receives and processes images captured by the capsule endoscope and supports image display and storage.
Magnetic control device Includes a support device, cable control device, and magnet control device with a control handle.
AICAM cable-transmission capsule endoscope.
AICAM capsule endoscope
AICAM system equipment cart with display and magnetic control components.
AICAM system equipment cart

Product imagery is suitable for prototype review. Asset ownership and public-use approval remain pending.

Core capabilities

Cable transmission, combined control, and real-time imaging

Terminology below follows the published CT-MCCE clinical article and the supporting device description. Specifications require confirmation against the current commercial model.

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Cable-transmission architecture

The ultra-flexible cable supports power supply and real-time image transmission between the capsule endoscope and image processor.

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Combined magnetic and cable control

External magnetic force and cable retraction or release support control of capsule position and orientation.

Published configuration

Real-time imaging

The clinical-study system used 1280 × 720 imaging at 30 frames per second with adjustable LED illumination.

Study context

Upper GI tract observation

The published study evaluated examination and focal lesion detection in the esophagus, stomach, and duodenal bulb.

Examination workflow

Preparation, capsule control, real-time imaging, and reporting

01

Prepare

Complete the site-approved preparation protocol and pre-examination assessment.

02

Swallow

The patient swallows the disposable sterile capsule endoscope after preparation.

03

Navigate

The physician uses the magnetic control device and cable control device to guide capsule position and orientation.

04

Observe

Images are transmitted to the image processor in real time for display and review.

05

Retrieve and report

After examination, the capsule is retrieved through the mouth via the cable, and the physician prepares the examination report.

Published clinical evidence

Prospective multicenter study published in 2025

A prospective, multicenter, self-controlled clinical trial compared CT-MCCE with conventional gastroscopy for upper GI tract examination and focal lesion detection. The study enrolled 180 adults at three hospitals in China.

The authors reported that CT-MCCE completed upper GI tract examinations with diagnostic performance comparable to EGD in the study setting, with a lower incidence of discomfort and no observed adverse events.

Study at a glance

  • Design: prospective, multicenter, self-controlled clinical trial
  • Comparator: conventional gastroscopy
  • Study areas: esophagus, stomach, and duodenal bulb
  • Clinical trial registration: ChiCTR2200063630

Tian Y, Du S, Liu H, et al. Gastrointest Endosc. 2025;101(4):804-817. doi:10.1016/j.gie.2024.07.028. Results should be interpreted within the enrolled population, study protocol, and stated limitations.

Application contexts

Designed for healthcare and partnership workflows

Scenario wording should be narrowed after intended use and market claims are reviewed.

Hospitals and gastroenterology departments

Upper GI tract examination workflow messaging remains subject to intended-use and market review.

Health screening centers

Screening workflow and claims require market-specific and regulatory confirmation.

Distributor and channel partners

Partner positioning, training support, and regional availability details are pending business confirmation.

Regulatory and market availability

Market-specific claims must remain separated

Current materials include China registration information and a 2024 draft U.S. Breakthrough Devices Designation request. The request is a terminology source only and does not establish FDA designation, clearance, approval, or U.S. availability.

Market Prototype status
China Class III registration referenced in source file. Public wording pending regulatory review.
United States A draft designation request is on file. Designation outcome, FDA clearance or approval, and U.S. availability are not confirmed.
European Union TBD. Do not imply CE/MDR status or availability.
Shanxing Medical representatives presenting the AICAM system to international exhibition visitors.
Company

Shanxing Medical is focused on upper GI tract examination solutions

Founded in 2018 in Zhongguancun, Beijing, Shanxing Medical develops medical-device solutions for upper GI tract examination and screening workflows. Institutional, award, and project references require source review before publication.

Headquarters: Beijing, China Quality system details: Pending certificate confirmation Patents and awards: Pending source files
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