Barrett esophagus: What to expect from Artificial Intelligence?

Journal: Best practice & research. Clinical gastroenterology
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Abstract

The evaluation and assessment of Barrett's esophagus is challenging for both expert and nonexpert endoscopists. However, the early diagnosis of cancer in Barrett's esophagus is crucial for its prognosis, and could save costs. Pre-clinical and clinical studies on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Barrett's esophagus have shown promising results. In this review, we focus on the current challenges and future perspectives of implementing AI systems in the management of patients with Barrett's esophagus.

Authors

  • Alanna Ebigbo
    Medizinische Klinik III, Klinikum Augsburg, Germany.
  • Christoph Palm
    Regensburg Medical Image Computing (ReMIC), Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Regensburg (OTH Regensburg), Germany; Regensburg Center of Biomedical Engineering (RCBE), OTH Regensburg and Regensburg University, Germany.
  • Helmut Messmann
    Medizinische Klinik III, Klinikum Augsburg, Germany.