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ReviewCureus2024

The Prediction and Treatment of Bleeding Esophageal Varices in the Artificial Intelligence Era: A Review.

María Isabel Murillo Pineda, Tania Siu Xiao, Edgar J Sanabria Herrera, Alberto Ayala Aguilar, David Arriaga Escamilla, Alejandra M Aleman Reyes, Andreina D Rojas Marron, Roberto R Fabila Lievano, Jessica J de Jesús Correa Gomez, Marily Martinez Ramirez

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Review in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.

2 · The registry

The trial behind it

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

4 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

Corrections and comments

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

10 authors.

María Isabel Murillo PinedaPrimary Care, Universidad Católica de Honduras, Tegucigalpa, HND.
Tania Siu XiaoRadiology, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, USA.
Edgar J Sanabria HerreraGeneral Medicine, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Honduras, Tegucigalpa, HND.
Alberto Ayala AguilarGeneral Practice, Universidad del Noreste, Tampico, MEX.
David Arriaga EscamillaInternal Medicine, Universidad Justo Sierra, Mexico City, MEX.
Alejandra M Aleman ReyesInternal Medicine, Universidad Católica de Honduras, Tegucigalpa, HND.
Andreina D Rojas MarronGeneral Medicine, Universidad de Oriente, Barcelona, VEN.
Roberto R Fabila LievanoGeneral Medicine, Universidad Justo Sierra, Mexico City, MEX.
Jessica J de Jesús Correa GomezGeneral Practice, Universidad Justo Sierra, Mexico City, MEX.
Marily Martinez RamirezInternal Medicine, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Mexico, Mexico City, MEX.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Esophageal varices (EVs), a significant complication of cirrhosis, present a considerable challenge in clinical practice due to their high risk of bleeding and associated morbidity and mortality. This manuscript explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the management of EV, particularly in enhancing diagnostic accuracy and predicting bleeding risks. It underscores the potential of AI in offering noninvasive, efficient alternatives to traditional diagnostic methods such as esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). The complexity of EV management is highlighted, necessitating a multidisciplinary approach that includes pharmacological therapy, endoscopic interventions, and, in some cases, surgical options tailored to individual patient profiles. Additionally, the paper emphasizes the importance of integrating AI into medical education and practice, preparing healthcare professionals for the evolving landscape of medical technology. It projects a future where AI significantly influences the management of gastrointestinal bleeding, improving clinical decision-making, patient outcomes, and overall healthcare efficiency. The study advocates for a patient-centered approach in healthcare, balancing the incorporation of innovative technologies with ethical principles and the diverse needs of patients to optimize treatment efficacy and enhance healthcare accessibility.

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artificial intelligencecirrhosisesophageal varicesesophagogastroduodenoscopyhemorrhagic

Identifiers

PMID38586705
PMCPMC10999134

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