AI can detect heart disease in women using mammograms, study suggests
Experts say findings mean breast screenings for cancer could also flag cardiovascular problems in women
TL;DR
- AI can analyze routine mammograms to detect signs of heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke in women.
- This could make breast cancer screenings a dual-purpose tool for detecting cardiovascular issues.
- Cardiovascular disease is a leading, often underdiagnosed, cause of death in women.
- The AI model showed an 86% accuracy in identifying stroke history based on mammograms alone.
- The approach could help identify at-risk women during regular breast cancer screenings.
- Further research is needed to improve accuracy and clinical implementation.