ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERY

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) IN THE MANAGEMENT OF COLON DISEASES: NEW HORIZONS

Mehmet Torun

Erzurum State Hospital, Department of Gastroenterology Surgery, Erzurum, Türkiye

Torun M. Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Management of Colon Diseases: New Horizons. Çaycı HM, ed. Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Gastrointestinal Surgery. 1st ed. Ankara: Türkiye Klinikleri; 2025. p.63-70.

ABSTRACT

Colon diseases are among the most common health problems worldwide, often leading to significant health complications. Conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are complex disorders that require early diagnosis and effective treatment. In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has brought revolutionary advancements to healthcare, offering transformative solutions in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of colon diseases. AI-assisted colonoscopy systems provide higher accuracy in polyp detection compared to traditional methods and aid in making accurate biopsy decisions. In the management of inflammatory bowel diseases, AI is used to predict disease progression, anticipate flare-ups, and develop personalized treatment plans. In the field of microbiota analysis, AI accurately analyzes microbial changes affecting colon health, enabling the prediction of disease risks. Furthermore, AI plays a critical role in proctology, contributing to imaging and surgical treatment in conditions such as anal fistulas and rectal cancer. In colorectal cancer treatment, AI is employed in a wide range of applications, from radiotherapy planning to drug discovery. However, ethical and legal concerns, such as patient privacy and accountability for AI outcomes, remain significant barriers to widespread adoption. This study explores the role of AI in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of colon diseases, evaluating current applications and future potential. The integration of AI technologies holds the promise of revolutionary improvements in the management of colon diseases.

Keywords: Artificial intelligence (AI); Colorectal cancer; Inflammatory bowel diseases; Colonoscopy; Microbiota

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