Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been increasingly applied in medical imaging for improved accuracy and efficiency. One area that has seen significant advances is the use of AI in the detection of Barrett’s esophagus (BE) and gastric intestinal metaplasia (GIM). BE is a pre-cancerous condition that occurs in the esophagus and can lead to esophageal adenocarcinoma, while GIM is a precancerous lesion that occurs in the stomach. In this review article, we will provide
an overview of current AI techniques used in the detection and diagnosis of BE and GIM, including computer-aided diagnosis (CAD) systems, deep learning algorithms, and image analysis techniques. The performance of AI in detecting these conditions will be evaluated and compared to traditional methods. The challenges and limitations of using AI in the diagnosis of BE and GIM will also be discussed. The article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the use of AI in BE and GIM detection and to guide future research in this field.
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