ASGE Masterclass: Capsule Quest – Journey Through the Future of GI Diagnostics (Virtual) | March 2025-The Future is Now: Robotic & Intelligent Capsule Endoscopy

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The video discusses the future of gastrointestinal (GI) diagnostics focusing on robotic and AI-powered capsule endoscopy. Capsule endoscopy is emerging as a significant non-invasive tool for imaging the GI tract, with advancements in systems that incorporate robotics and AI designed to enhance diagnostic accuracy and efficiency. These systems include Medtronic's pill cam and other products by Olympus, Miracam, and OMOM by Ginseng Science and Technology. Robotic-assisted systems like Magnetically Controlled Capsule Endoscopy (MCCE) and AI integration promise improved lesion detection and reduced interpretation time. However, adoption faces challenges, including reimbursement issues due to the absence of dedicated billing codes and the financial burdens of new technology acquisition. AI advancements could pivot capsule endoscopy towards applications in telemedicine and personalized medicine, potentially reaching underserved areas. Ethical concerns, such as HIPAA compliance for image storage and informed consent for AI use, remain critical. Overall, capsule endoscopy, bolstered by robotic and AI technologies, stands to significantly impact the practice of gastroenterology, yet it requires concerted efforts to navigate financial and ethical landscapes for wider adoption.

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Dr. Neal Kaushal

Keywords

capsule endoscopy

robotics

AI

gastrointestinal diagnostics

Magnetically Controlled Capsule Endoscopy

telemedicine

ethical concerns