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SynthesisWorld journal of surgical oncology2026

Diagnostic accuracy of computer-aided detection for colorectal polyps of any size, ≤ 5 mm, and 6-9 mm: a meta-analysis.

Wen Chen, Simeng Li, Zhenheng Wu, Haifen Tan, Fuqian Yu, Dongmei Wang, Xiaodan Lin, Zhigang Chen

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Wen Chen *Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Fuzhou First General Hospital Affiliated of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350009, Fujian, China.
Simeng Li *Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Second People's Hospital of Changzhou, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou Medical Center, Nanjing Medical University, No.68 Gehu Road, Wujin District, Changzhou 213000, Jiangsu, China.
Zhenheng Wu *Department of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350001, Fujian, China.
Haifen Tan *Department of Oral Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang 524001, Guangdong, China.
Fuqian YuGastroenterology Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230000, Anhui, China.
Dongmei WangDepartment of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Fuzhou First General Hospital Affiliated of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350009, Fujian, China. fautywang@163.com.
Xiaodan LinDepartment of Laboratory Medicine, Fuzhou First General Hospital Affiliated With Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou 350009, Fujian, China. linxiaodan4163@163.com.
Zhigang ChenDepartment of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Second People's Hospital of Changzhou, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou Medical Center, Nanjing Medical University, No.68 Gehu Road, Wujin District, Changzhou 213000, Jiangsu, China. czg99888@163.com.

Funding

National Natural Science Foundation of China 82273232
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundAlthough computer-aided detection (CAD) is often used for medical diagnostic purposes, its diagnostic effectiveness in colorectal polyps (CPs) remains uncertain.

objectiveTo summarize the diagnostic accuracy of CAD in diagnosing CPs, and provide a specific theoretical basis for clinical practice.

methodsFrom database creation to August 1st 2024, we conducted a comprehensive search of PubMed, Embase, Web of Science (WoS), Scopus, Wanfang, Cochrane Library, and the China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI). The pooled sensitivity, specificity, area under the curve (AUC), diagnostic odds ratio (DOR), positive likelihood ratio (PLR), negative likelihood ratio (NLR), and Fagan plot analysis were employed to evaluate the overall performance of CAD tests. Furthermore, we assessed publication bias using Deeks' funnel plot asymmetry test.

resultsThe aggregated diagnostic data from 19 studies (any size), 12 studies (≤ 5 mm polyps) and 2 studies (6-9 mm polyps) were as follows: The sensitivity for polyps of any size, ≤ 5 mm, and 6-9 mm was 0.94 (95% CI, 0.92-0.96), 0.93 (95% CI, 0.89-0.95) and 0.95 (95% CI, 0.92-0.97), respectively. The specificity was 0.91 (95% CI, 0.86-0.95), 0.90 (95% CI, 0.87-0.93) and 0.90 (95% CI, 0.88-0.92), respectively. The AUC was 0.97 (95% CI, 0.96-0.99), 0.96 (95% CI, 0.94-0.98), and 0.92 (95% CI, 0.89-0.94), respectively. Deeks' funnel plot showed that publication bias was not statistically significant in the diagnosis of polyps of any size and ≤ 5 mm CPs (P > 0.05).

conclusionIn summary, CAD is accurate for all types of CPs. Specifically, for polyps of any size and those ≤ 5 mm, CAD was more sensitive and specific for CPs of any size.

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Colonic PolypsColorectal NeoplasmsDiagnosis, Computer-AssistedColonoscopyHumansSensitivity and SpecificityAccuracyAUCCADCPsDiagnostic

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