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World J Gastroenterol. Oct 21, 2024; 30(39): 4267-4280
Published online Oct 21, 2024. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i39.4267
Published online Oct 21, 2024. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i39.4267
Artificial intelligence enhances the management of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma in the precision oncology era
Wan-Yue Zhang, School of Medicine, Southeast University, Nanjing 221000, Jiangsu Province, China
Yong-Jian Chang, School of Cyber Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210009, Jiangsu Province, China
Rui-Hua Shi, Department of Gastroenterology, Zhongda Hospital, Southeast University, Nanjing 210009, Jiangsu Province, China
Author contributions: Zhang WY contributed to planning and conducting the study, writing - original draft, conceptualization; Chang YJ contributed to writing - review & editing; Shi RH contributed to supervision, conceptualization.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest.
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Corresponding author: Rui-Hua Shi, PhD, Department of Gastroenterology, Zhongda Hospital, Southeast University, No. 87 Dingjiaqiao, Nanjing 210009, Jiangsu Province, China. ruihuashi@126.com
Received: April 28, 2024
Revised: August 31, 2024
Accepted: September 19, 2024
Published online: October 21, 2024
Processing time: 166 Days and 13.1 Hours
Revised: August 31, 2024
Accepted: September 19, 2024
Published online: October 21, 2024
Processing time: 166 Days and 13.1 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: This article provides an overview of the current status of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the pivotal role of artificial intelligence (AI)-based predictive models in enhancing the precision of ESCC management. It outlines the existing challenges and opportunities associated with the integration of AI technologies in the diagnosis and treatment of ESCC. Furthermore, the article discusses the future research directions necessary to advance the practical application of AI in clinical settings, aiming to improve the accuracy and efficacy of ESCC care.