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Outsmarting Gastric Cancer with Predictive AI

AI in early gastric cancer detection to reduce mortality and economic burden.

Problem

Gastric cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide.

Over 1 million people are diagnosed each year, with a high mortality rate due to late-stage diagnoses.

Early detection is critical to improving patient outcomes, yet many cases are diagnosed at advanced stages, limiting treatment options and survival rates [1].

Why it matters

  • Gastric cancer accounts for approximately 8% of global cancer deaths, with notable increases in Latin America and Asia.
  • In Colombia, it is the fourth most common cancer, affecting over 12,000 people annually [2].
  • Early diagnosis rates are alarmingly low, with many patients presenting at advanced stages, reducing treatment options and survival rates.

Solution

Artificial intelligence (AI) can revolutionize early gastric cancer detection by analyzing medical images and clinical data.

AI models, trained on vast datasets including endoscopic images and biopsies, can identify patterns and features that may be overlooked by doctors.

AI can provide real-time advice, helping doctors make better-informed decisions based on current clinical guidelines and evidence [3].

This technology can enhance diagnostic accuracy, reduce human errors, and speed up detection.

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Datasources

GastricHealthAI uses a clinical guideline from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). This guideline provide evidence-based recommendations that inform the attendee's risk assessments and diagnostic suggestions.

Citations

  1. ISPOR. (2023). Global health economics and outcomes research in oncology: Challenges and opportunities. Retrieved from https://www.ispor.org/docs/default-source/presentations/381.pdf?sfvrsn=89f2dec9_1
  2. Javeriana University. (2022). Artificial intelligence models for early gastric cancer detection. Retrieved from https://perfilesycapacidades.javeriana.edu.co/es/projects/modelos-de-inteligencia-artificial-para-la-detecci%C3%B3n-temprana-de--3
  3. Liga Colombiana contra el Cáncer. (2022). Gastric cancer. Retrieved from https://www.ligacancercolombia.org/cancer-de-estomago/
  4. National Cancer Institute. (2022). Artificial intelligence in cancer care: Opportunities and challenges. Retrieved from https://www.cancer.gov/espanol/noticias/temas-y-relatos-blog/2022/inteligencia-artificial-imagenes-cancer
  5. Sánchez, M., & Gómez, D. (2022). Development of predictive models for early gastric cancer detection: An artificial intelligence approach. Revista Médica de Chile, 150(4).

Problem

Gastric cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide.

Over 1 million people are diagnosed each year, with a high mortality rate due to late-stage diagnoses.

Early detection is critical to improving patient outcomes, yet many cases are diagnosed at advanced stages, limiting treatment options and survival rates [1].

Problem Size

  • Gastric cancer accounts for approximately 8% of global cancer deaths, with notable increases in Latin America and Asia.
  • In Colombia, it is the fourth most common cancer, affecting over 12,000 people annually [2].
  • Early diagnosis rates are alarmingly low, with many patients presenting at advanced stages, reducing treatment options and survival rates.

Solution

Artificial intelligence (AI) can revolutionize early gastric cancer detection by analyzing medical images and clinical data.

AI models, trained on vast datasets including endoscopic images and biopsies, can identify patterns and features that may be overlooked by doctors.

AI can provide real-time advice, helping doctors make better-informed decisions based on current clinical guidelines and evidence [3].

This technology can enhance diagnostic accuracy, reduce human errors, and speed up detection.

Opportunity Cost

The opportunity cost of not implementing AI tools in early gastric cancer detection is significant.

In Colombia, the indirect costs associated with treating advanced gastric cancer, including hospitalizations, chemotherapy, and palliative care, exceed $4 billion annually [2].

Early, more accurate detection could prevent costs related to advanced-stage treatment and improve patient quality of life.


Impact

The implementation of AI in early gastric cancer detection could transform public health, improving survival rates and reducing the economic burden of treatment. Predictive models and real-time advice for doctors are expected to reduce mortality by up to 20% and enhance diagnostic efficiency [3]. Furthermore, the adoption of these technologies in developing countries could reduce healthcare disparities, providing more equitable and effective care.


Data Sources

GastricHealthAI uses a clinical guideline from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). This guideline provide evidence-based recommendations that inform the attendee's risk assessments and diagnostic suggestions.


References

  1. ISPOR. (2023). Global health economics and outcomes research in oncology: Challenges and opportunities. Retrieved from https://www.ispor.org/docs/default-source/presentations/381.pdf?sfvrsn=89f2dec9_1
  2. Javeriana University. (2022). Artificial intelligence models for early gastric cancer detection. Retrieved from https://perfilesycapacidades.javeriana.edu.co/es/projects/modelos-de-inteligencia-artificial-para-la-detecci%C3%B3n-temprana-de--3
  3. Liga Colombiana contra el Cáncer. (2022). Gastric cancer. Retrieved from https://www.ligacancercolombia.org/cancer-de-estomago/
  4. National Cancer Institute. (2022). Artificial intelligence in cancer care: Opportunities and challenges. Retrieved from https://www.cancer.gov/espanol/noticias/temas-y-relatos-blog/2022/inteligencia-artificial-imagenes-cancer
  5. Sánchez, M., & Gómez, D. (2022). Development of predictive models for early gastric cancer detection: An artificial intelligence approach. Revista Médica de Chile, 150(4).

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