Abstract:Superficial non-ampullary duodenal epithelial tumors (SNADETs) are sporadic neoplasms arising from the mucosa or submucosa of the duodenum, independent of the Vater papilla. Early-stage SNADETs are characterized by a low rate of lymph node metastasis, making most cases suitable for endoscopic treatment. However, the narrow duodenal lumen, subtle lesion morphology, and lack of specific early symptoms contribute to high rates of missed diagnosis and misdiagnosis, leading to delayed management. Improving the accuracy and timeliness of SNADET diagnosis remains an urgent clinical need. Endoscopic imaging techniques, ranging from conventional white light endoscopy to chromoendoscopy, confocal laser endomicroscopy, endocytoscopy, capsule endoscopy, and AI-assisted endoscopy, now offer real-time, high-resolution, and multi-layered visualization. These advances provide significant potential for improving the detection and characterization of SNADETs. This review summarizes the current status and clinical applications of existing endoscopic imaging techniques in SNADET diagnosis, aiming to provide new strategies and insights for enhancing lesion detection and diagnostic consistency.