Advanced Endoscopic Imaging for Detection of Dysplasia in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

PMID: 39510684
Source: Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am
Publication date: 2024-11-07
Year: 2025

Abstract

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients are at an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer. Dysplasia is often found in flat, subtle mucosal abnormalities; therefore, early detection is essential. Innovative enhanced endoscopy imaging techniques are increasingly available for endoscopists managing IBD, allowing an in-depth, close to histology evaluation of mucosal pattern and vascular architecture. These new tools enable an earlier and more accurate detection and assessment of dysplasia, leading to improved patientoutcomes. This review provides an exhaustive overview of these techniques and their applicability in the clinical practice.