Using AI to improve bowel cancer detection with capsule endoscopy

Capsule Endoscopy Delivery at sCale Through Enhanced AI anaLysis Study

Observational University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust · NCT06008847

This study is testing whether using Artificial Intelligence to analyze video from a tiny camera capsule can help doctors find polyps in the bowel more accurately for people undergoing standard bowel cancer screening.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment674 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Academic / other
Locations1 site (Coventry)
Trial IDNCT06008847 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

The CESCAIL study evaluates the effectiveness of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in analyzing video footage from a minimally-invasive capsule endoscopy to enhance the detection of polyps in the bowel. Participants will continue their standard care without additional requirements, providing consent for their pseudonymized video and data to be utilized for AI testing. The final diagnosis will be determined solely by the clinician's standard analysis, ensuring that the AI analysis does not influence clinical decisions. This approach aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of bowel cancer detection while minimizing risks associated with data exposure.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 or over who are scheduled for colon capsule endoscopy as part of their standard care.

Not a fit: Patients who are unable to provide consent to participate in the study will not benefit.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more accurate and efficient detection of bowel cancer, potentially improving patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using AI for medical imaging, suggesting potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 18 or over
* Patients who have been selected by overseeing clinician meeting NHS England criteria to undergo colon capsule endoscopy as part of their standard of care

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients unable to provide consent to take part in the study

Where this trial is running

Coventry

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.