Mysuru hosts gastroenterologists’ conference

Mysuru hosts gastroenterologists’ conference

The two-day conference “Gastrointestinal (GI) Update 2023’, an international gastroenterology event, began here on Saturday. More than 400-plus gastroenterologists from India and abroad are attending the conference.

On the occasion, the Artificial Intelligence-based endoscopy – CAD Eye Technology – was launched at Apollo BGS Hospitals.

“CAD eye-based endoscopes improve cancer detection rate very early, which is crucial for curing cancer. The diagnosis helps in early detection and enables endoscopic treatment for cancer,” Rajkumar P. Wadhwa, Chief Gastroenterologist, Apollo BGS Hospitals, Mysuru, told a press conference.

At the event, noted surgical experts demonstrated the latest advancements in the field of laparoscopic bariatric, liver, and pancreatic surgery. The conference also saw the participation of postgraduates in the field of surgery and medicine from various medical colleges in the State, said Nairuthya S., Consultant Chief Gastrointestinal Surgeon.

Hironori Yamamoto, Chairman and Professor, Gastroenterology, Director - Endoscopy Centre Jichi Medical University Hospital, Tochigi, Japan, who attended with his associates, spoke on the CAD Eye Technology and the benefits it offers to patients with colon and intestinal cancers.

“The technology helps distinguish between cancerous and non-cancerous lesions that can lead to early detection and treatment of cancer in patients suffering from GI issues,” said N.G. Bharateesha Reddy, Vice-President, Apollo BGS Hospitals.