Artificial Intelligence in Gastroenterology

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being applied in all the more medical fields. In Gastroenterology, the remarkable progress achieved in the field of Endoscopy in recent years is further complemented with the use of AI. The emerging applications of AI use complex algorithms to support the human experience and improve the effectiveness of endoscopists.The use of AI assists endoscopists to detect polyps in the large bowel, even microscopic ones, which are then characterized early in terms of their histology and the depth of invasion in the bowel wall. This assists endoscopists in making an early diagnosis, and taking decisions in real time on how to treat their patients.In the coming months, new protocols will be published that will help endoscopists to detect, study and characterize:Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancergastric cancermonitor idiopathic inflammatory bowel diseasescapsule endoscopyNaturally, AI cannot replace an experienced endoscopist, who will not just rest on the results provided by it. However, apart from being another impressive weapon in the arsenal of a modern endoscopist, this technology can also play a very important role both in training new endoscopists and in transferring accumulated knowledge.At the new IASO Endoscopy Department, we have the privilege of using cutting-edge technology, with the latest ELUXEO systems by Fujifilm, which integrate innovative and groundbreaking technologies. High-resolution imaging, magnifying electronic chromoendoscopy using Linked Color Imaging (LCI) and Blue Light Imaging (BLI), and the new state-of-the-art CAD-EYE endoscopy software make up the most modern and integrated system in endoscopic imaging. This system is now available at the IASO Endoscopy Department, assisting in optimizing the quality of gastrointestinal endoscopy.The use of these techniques, and primarily the use of AI, greatly increases reliability and diagnostic accuracy in colonoscopy, effectively contributing to the prevention of colon cancer. The IASO Endoscopy Department now uses new Artificial Intelligence (AI) software, becoming one of the first departments in Greece and Europe equipped with such groundbreaking technology.

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The IASO Endoscopy Department is fully operational offering premium healthcare services for diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal and pulmonary conditions.

It is staffed by specialists with excellent scientific track record and long experience as well as highly trained nursing staff, and features cutting-edge diagnostic technology, covering the entire range of conditions.

The state-of-the-art unit has three endoscopy suites, which fully meet the strict European quality, safety and disinfection standards. It can perform the following gastrointestinal procedures:

Diagnostic endoscopy of the digestive tract, such as gastroscopy with biopsy sample collection and colonoscopy/endoscopy of the lower digestive tract up to the terminal ileum with biopsy sample collection
The entire range of scheduled or non-invasive endoscopy procedures of the digestive system, such as endoscopic polypectomy of stomach and large intestine polyps, endoscopic placement of percutaneous gastrostomy, esophageal, duodenal and large intestinal stent placement, dilation of digestive tract stenοsis with water balloons, endoscopic ligation of esophageal varices, cauterization of digestive tract angiodysplasias and anorectal condylomas using APC, placement of gastric balloons for obesity treatment, endoscopic treatment of Barrett's esophagus
Treatment of gastrointestinal emergencies, such as endoscopic hemostasis of gastrointestinal hemorrhaging and endoscopic removal of foreign objects
Therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography (ERCP) for the treatment of benign and malignant biliary and pancreatic conditions
Diagnostic and interventional applications of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) of the mediastrinum, esophagus, stomach, hepatobiliary system, pancreas and anorectal area

The IASO Endoscopy Department now uses new Artificial Intelligence (AI) software, becoming one of the first departments in Greece and Europe equipped with such groundbreaking technology.

Artificial Intelligence in Gastroenterology
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being applied in all the more medical fields. In Gastroenterology, the remarkable progress achieved in the field of Endoscopy in recent years is further complemented with the use of AI. The emerging applications of AI use complex algorithms to support the human experience and improve the effectiveness of endoscopists.

The use of AI assists endoscopists to detect polyps in the large bowel, even microscopic ones, which are then characterized early in terms of their histology and the depth of invasion in the bowel wall. This assists endoscopists in making an early diagnosis, and taking decisions in real time on how to treat their patients.

In the coming months, new protocols will be published that will help endoscopists to detect, study and characterize:
- Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer
- gastric cancer
- monitor idiopathic inflammatory bowel diseases
- capsule endoscopy
Naturally, AI cannot replace an experienced endoscopist, who will not just rest on the results provided by it. However, apart from being another impressive weapon in the arsenal of a modern endoscopist, this technology can also play a very important role both in training new endoscopists and in transferring accumulated knowledge.

At the new IASO Endoscopy Department, we have the privilege of using cutting-edge technology, with the latest ELUXEO systems by Fujifilm, which integrate innovative and groundbreaking technologies. High-resolution imaging, magnifying electronic chromoendoscopy using Linked Color Imaging (LCI) and Blue Light Imaging (BLI), and the new state-of-the-art CAD-EYE endoscopy software make up the most modern and integrated system in endoscopic imaging. This system is now available at the IASO Endoscopy Department, assisting in optimizing the quality of gastrointestinal endoscopy.

The use of these techniques, and primarily the use of AI, greatly increases reliability and diagnostic accuracy in colonoscopy, effectively contributing to the prevention of colon cancer. The IASO Endoscopy Department now uses new Artificial Intelligence (AI) software, becoming one of the first departments in Greece and Europe equipped with such groundbreaking technology.

The Bronchoscopy department, with up-to-date, high-tech equipment, special workplace layouts with ergonomic design and independent ventilation per room, covers all sterile and safe bronchoscopies’ standards, especially during Covid-19.

Bronchoscopies are performed by experienced Pulmonologists and cover the complete range of indications:

Simple bronchoscopy for detailed and complete monitoring of bronchial tree, collection of biopsy sample (endobronchial and transbronchial), collection of cytology sample and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL).
Endobronchial Ultrasound Bronchoscopy (EBUS) enables monitoring and classification of mediastinum lymph nodes or/ and primary lesions.
Fiducial placement for cyber-knife.
Surgical/ therapeutic bronchoscopies for airway clearance, tumour tissue (neoplasm) and foreign body removal, endobronchial or endotracheal stent placement.

All endoscopic procedures are painless and are performed under anesthesia, with the administration of intravenous sedation, which is extremely safe and ensures the quality of the examination.

The Department has its own reception and cashier, with the aim of concluding all cases immediately.