The Implementation of Computer-aided Detection in Training Improves the Quality of Future Colonoscopies

Computer-aided detection (CADe) based on artificial intelligence (AI) may improve colonoscopy quality. An increasing number of young endoscopists are trained in an AI environment. However its impact on trainees' future outcomes remains unclear. The study aimed to evaluate the quality indicators of endoscopists trained in an AI environment compared to those trained conventionally. A study included 6,000 adult patients who underwent a colonoscopy for various reasons. The study retrospectively evaluated the first 1,000 procedures performed by six endoscopists after completing training relying entirely on endoscopists' detection skills without AI enhancement. Three of those young endoscopists were trained with CADe, and three without additional assistance. Quality indicators were assessed in both groups. The morphology of detected polyps was evaluated to determine the influence of AI-enhanced training on laterally spreading tumors (LST) detection rate.

Inclusion criteria

• adult participants who underwent a colonoscopy for various reasons performed by specific endoscopists that were assessed in terms of quality indicators

Exclusion criteria

• a history of bowel resection
• confirmed inflammatory bowel disease
• suspicion of polyps or cancer in other imaging tests
• suspicion of familial adenomatous polyposis