Abstract
Endoscopic detection of early Barrett's esophagus-related neoplasia (BORN) is a challenge. We aimed to develop a web-based teaching tool for improving detection and delineation of BORN. We made high-definition digital videos during endoscopies of patients with BORN and non-dysplastic Barrett's esophagus. Three experts superimposed their delineations of BORN lesions on the videos using special tools. In phase one, 68 general endoscopists from 4 countries assessed 4 batches of 20 videos. After each batch, mandatory feedback compared the assessors' interpretations with those from experts. These data informed the selection of 25 videos for the phase 2 module, which was completed by 121 new assessors from 5 countries. A 5-video test batch was completed before and after scoring of the four 5-video training batches. Mandatory feedback was as in phase 1. Outcome measures were scores for detection, delineation, agreement delineation, and relative delineation of BORN. A linear mixed-effect model showed significant sequential improvement for all 4 outcomes over successive training batches in both phases. In phase 2, median detection rates of BORN in the test batch increased by 30% (P < .001) after training. From baseline to the end of the study, there were relative increases in scores of 46% for detection, 129% for delineation, 105% for agreement delineation, and 106% for relative delineation (all, P < .001). Scores improved independent of assessors' country of origin or level of endoscopic experience. We developed a web-based teaching tool for endoscopic recognition of BORN that is easily accessible, efficient, and increases detection and delineation of neoplastic lesions. Widespread use of this tool might improve management of Barrett's esophagus by general endoscopists.
Highlights
Barrett’s esophagus (BE) patients undergo regular endoscopic surveillance to detect curable lesions which have high risk for developing into invasive esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC)
Progression to neoplasm is relatively rare in BE (
The relative improvement in scores between batch 1 and batch 4 was 21% for detection, 64% for delineation, 55% for agreement delineation, and 55% for relative delineation
Summary
Barrett’s esophagus (BE) patients undergo regular endoscopic surveillance to detect curable lesions which have high risk for developing into invasive esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC). Methods: We made high-definition digital videos during endoscopies of patients with BORN and nondysplastic Barrett’s esophagus (NDBE). Three experts superimposed their delineations of BORN lesions on the videos using special tools. Conclusions: We developed a web-based teaching tool for endoscopic recognition of BORN that is accessible, efficient, and increases detection and delineation of neoplastic lesions. Widespread use of this tool might improve management of Barrett’s esophagus by general endoscopists.
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