A deep learning model can predict cardiovascular risk in women using routine mammograms, performing comparably to traditional risk calculators.
Key Details
- 1Developed by The George Institute for Global Health in collaboration with UNSW and University of Sydney.
- 2Uses only mammographic features and age—no need for additional clinical data.
- 3Validated using data from over 49,000 routine mammograms linked to hospital and death records.
- 4Performs comparably to traditional cardiovascular risk models requiring more extensive data.
- 5Potential for integration into existing high-participation breast screening programs globally.
Why It Matters
This approach could allow opportunistic cardiovascular risk screening for women already undergoing mammograms, potentially improving early identification and prevention of heart disease. It demonstrates innovative use of imaging AI beyond traditional cancer detection, with public health implications for women's care.
Source
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