ME-APDS™

by MagenTeq Eye  · Based in Israel →
Colorectal Surgery Gastroenterology
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Overview

ME-APDS™ (also known as MAGENTIQ-COLO™) is an AI-powered medical device designed to assist physicians during endoscopic procedures, specifically colonoscopies. It leverages advanced computer vision and deep learning technologies to detect lesions, such as polyps, in real-time during the procedure. The system processes video frames from the endoscopy camera and highlights suspicious areas with bounding boxes on the display monitor, drawing the endoscopist’s attention to potential mucosal abnormalities. This real-time assistance aims to improve adenoma detection rates (ADR) and reduce polyp miss-rates, thereby enhancing the overall quality of colonoscopy examinations. It is important to note that ME-APDS™ is intended as an adjunct to the procedure and is not a diagnostic tool, nor does it replace histopathological sampling or clinical decision-making.

Reviewed by Pouyan Golshani, MD — Interventional Radiologist

Key Features

  • Real-time polyp detection during colonoscopy procedures
  • Utilizes Computer-Aided Polyp Detection (CADe) engine and Deep Neural Networks (DNN)
  • Highlights suspicious areas with bounding boxes on the video output
  • Compatible with leading endoscopy systems (e.g., Sonoscape, Olympus, Fujinon, Pentax)
  • Does not alter the original video stream
  • Provides additional information such as polyp size category and type (in renewed versions)
  • Generates a report including procedure duration and findings
  • Demonstrated to improve adenoma detection rate (ADR)
  • Aids in reducing polyp miss-rates
  • Maintains the existing clinical workflow

Use Cases

  • Assisting endoscopists in identifying polyps during colonoscopy screenings and surveillance
  • Improving the overall quality and accuracy of colonoscopy examinations
  • Supporting early detection of colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal diseases
  • Enhancing diagnostic capabilities and empowering clinical decision-making in gastroenterology

What Physicians Need to Know

Polyp Detection During Colonoscopy
ME-APDS™ (also known as MAGENTIQ-COLO™) is an AI-powered computer-aided detection (CADe) system designed to assist endoscopists in identifying lesions, such as polyps, during colonoscopy procedures. It uses deep learning and computer vision techniques to highlight suspicious areas on the screen in real-time. The system has demonstrated a 98.94% sensitivity (polyp detection rate) with 95.2% precision (around 98% specificity) in offline tests. It aims to improve the quality and performance of colonoscopy tests by acting as an "additional eye" for the physician.
Real-Time Endoscopy AI
ME-APDS™ processes video frames in real-time, highlighting suspicious areas without altering the original video stream. It maintains the existing colonoscopy workflow, displaying a bounding box around detected polyps live during the procedure. The system also provides polyp size category and type automatically on the screen, offering additional information without user intervention. Endoscopic tool detection is included, which temporarily removes the detection overlay when instruments enter the field of view to ensure a clear and unobstructed view during intervention.
Adenoma Detection Rate Improvement
Clinical trials have shown that MAGENTIQ-COLO™ significantly improves adenoma detection rates (ADR). A global trial demonstrated a 7% absolute and 37% relative increase in adenomas detected per colonoscopy with the AI-aided tool compared to conventional colonoscopy. The adenoma miss rate (AMR) was also reduced by 17% in absolute value and 47% in relative value. This improvement in ADR is strongly correlated with a reduction in colorectal cancer rates and patient mortality.
Procedure Documentation
The system allows for recorded procedure videos to be saved and exported, with or without the bounding boxes highlighting polyps. It also produces a report with procedure duration and findings for export. The CE-approved version of MAGENTIQ-COLO™ includes advanced AI-generated reports.
Endoscopy System Compatibility
MAGENTIQ-COLO™ is designed to take digital video output from existing endoscopy towers and is compatible with leading systems, including Olympus, Fujifilm, Pentax, and Sonoscape. It can be installed as a processor-only unit that mounts to the existing tower or as a fully equipped portable cart with a processor and touchscreen. Magentiq Eye tailors each installation to the facility's existing setup and monitors for easy integration.
Physician Tip

ME-APDS™ acts as an adjunct to standard colonoscopy, providing real-time AI assistance for polyp detection. It is not intended for diagnosis or characterization of lesions, nor does it replace clinical decision-making or histopathological sampling. The system highlights suspicious areas, drawing the physician's attention for further inspection, biopsy, or removal. The AI's capabilities improve with additional data, similar to a human physician gaining experience.

MAGENTIQ-COLO™ integrates with existing endoscopy systems by acquiring digital video output. It is compatible with major endoscopy brands like Olympus, Fujifilm, Pentax, and Sonoscape. The system can be deployed as a computer unit that mounts to the existing tower or as a portable cart. The output can be presented on a separate touchscreen supplied with the system or on additional monitors in the procedure room using an HDMI splitter.

Details

Category Gastroenterology AI
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Specialties Colorectal Surgery, Gastroenterology

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Frequently Asked Questions

ME-APDS™ (Magentiq Eye's Automatic Polyp Detection System), also known as MAGENTIQ-COLO™, is an AI-powered computer-aided detection (CADe) system designed to assist endoscopists in identifying polyps and other mucosal abnormalities during real-time video colonoscopy procedures. It processes the digital video output from existing endoscopy towers and highlights suspicious regions on the screen with a bounding box, providing additional information like polyp size category and type.
Clinical studies have shown that ME-APDS™ can significantly improve polyp detection rates. A comprehensive study reported a 37% relative increase in adenomas per colonoscopy, a 26% relative increase in adenoma detection rate, and a 48% relative decrease in adenoma miss rate. This enhancement in detection can lead to earlier identification of colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal diseases.
ME-APDS™ is designed for seamless integration with current endoscopy setups. It takes digital video output from existing endoscopy towers and is compatible with leading systems such as Olympus, Fujifilm, Pentax, and Sonoscape. The system maintains the existing colonoscopy workflow by highlighting detected polyps live on screen without requiring user intervention or placing tools on the image, and it can be deployed as a processor-only unit or a fully equipped portable cart.
ME-APDS™ is intended to be used as an adjunct to endoscopy procedures and is not a diagnostic tool; it does not replace histopathological sampling for diagnosis or clinical decision-making. It is limited to use with standard white-light endoscopy imaging only. While it improves detection, physicians should be aware that AI systems can have limitations, and the highlighted regions still require independent assessment by the endoscopist.
ME-APDS™ (also known as MAGENTIQ-COLO™) is regulated as a Class II medical device under product code QNP. It received FDA pre-market approval notification on July 25, 2023. The use of AI in healthcare, including devices like ME-APDS™, is subject to policies and guidelines emphasizing ethical, equitable, and responsible deployment, with transparency to both physicians and patients.
Yes, other computer-aided detection (CADe) systems exist in the market. Examples include GI Genius from Medtronic (Cosmo Artificial Intelligence) and Endo-AID. These systems also aim to assist endoscopists in identifying polyps during colonoscopy procedures.
ME-APDS™ is deployed in the US, Europe, and Israel on a subscription basis. This subscription typically includes software updates, ensuring the system remains current with the latest advancements.

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