Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Using AI to improve the diagnosis of small colorectal polyps

Official title: Clinical Study on the Accuracy of Real-time AI-assisted Endocytoscopy in the Diagnosis of Colorectal Diminutive Polyps

Run by The First Hospital of Jilin University · NCT06791408 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether using AI during colonoscopy can help doctors find small colorectal polyps more accurately, which could reduce unnecessary procedures for patients.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment600 (estimated)
SponsorThe First Hospital of Jilin University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Changchun, Jilin)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 5, 2025
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2025
Study endsDecember 31, 2025
Registry record updatedMarch 7, 2025
Trial IDNCT06791408 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals with colorectal lesions who are undergoing colonoscopy.

Probably not a fit

Patients with inflammatory bowel disease, familial adenomatous polyposis, or other specific conditions may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical study evaluates the accuracy of real-time AI-assisted endocytoscopy for diagnosing colorectal diminutive polyps. It aims to enhance the detection of small polyps during colonoscopy, potentially reducing unnecessary procedures and costs associated with the pathological examination of non-neoplastic lesions. The study focuses on patients with colorectal lesions while excluding those with specific conditions that may complicate diagnosis. By leveraging advanced imaging technology, the study seeks to improve diagnostic precision in colorectal cancer screening.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more accurate diagnoses and reduced unnecessary treatments for patients with colorectal polyps.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of AI in endoscopy is a growing field, this specific approach to diagnosing diminutive polyps is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* colorectal lesions

Exclusion Criteria:

* lesions lacking high-quality images;
* Inflammatory bowel disease, familial adenomatous polyposis and other special diseases;
* submucosal tumors;
* Pathological diagnosis of inflammatory polyps, Peutz-Jeghers polyps, juvenile polyps, lymphoma and other pathological types.

Where it's running

  • First Hospital of Jilin University
    Changchun, Jilin, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.