AI helps doctors spot more polyps during colonoscopy

NCT ID NCT07171333

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether an AI tool that highlights suspicious areas during colonoscopy helps doctors find more polyps. Over 400 adults aged 40-80 undergoing screening or diagnostic colonoscopy were randomly assigned to standard colonoscopy or AI-assisted colonoscopy. The main goal was to see if the AI improved the adenoma detection rate, a key measure of colonoscopy quality.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Computer-aided detection (CADe) system (DISCOVERY™)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that AI helps doctors find more polyps during colonoscopy, potentially reducing the risk of colorectal cancer.

What could go wrong

This is a completed study, but the AI tool may not work equally well for all doctors or patients, and it does not replace the need for skilled endoscopists.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

colorectal adenoma polyp of large intestine

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico

    Milan, Italy