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Machine learning models can predict difficulty of colonoscopy insertion (DCI). The random forest (RF) model showed the best accuracy, identifying constipation, abdominal circumference, and anxiety as key risk factors for improved patient care.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Medical Informatics
  • Machine Learning

Background:

  • Difficulty of colonoscopy insertion (DCI) is a significant challenge affecting procedure effectiveness and quality.
  • Preoperative prediction of DCI risk is essential for optimizing intraoperative strategies and improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the predictive performance of machine learning (ML) algorithms for DCI.
  • To identify key factors influencing DCI.
  • To develop a preoperative ML-based prediction model for DCI to enhance colonoscopy quality.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study of 712 patients undergoing colonoscopy.
  • Data collected included demographics, medical history, medications, and psychological status.
  • Predictive models developed using multivariable logistic regression, LASSO regression, and random forest (RF) algorithms.
  • Model performance evaluated using discrimination, calibration, and decision curve analysis (DCA).

Main Results:

  • Constipation, abdominal circumference, and anxiety were identified as significant predictors of DCI.
  • The random forest (RF) model demonstrated superior predictive accuracy with a validation AUC of 0.754.
  • RF model achieved high sensitivity (1.000) and specificity (0.977) in training, outperforming logistic regression and LASSO models.

Conclusions:

  • The RF-based model offers superior predictive accuracy for DCI compared to traditional regression methods.
  • This ML approach enables individualized preoperative risk stratification.
  • The developed model can enhance colonoscopy quality and efficiency through targeted interventions.