On December 15, 2025, STAT and publications in medical journals (BMJ) highlighted results presented at the RSNA conference. New studies confirm that AI algorithms analyzing mammograms can detect breast arterial calcification. This allows a standard cancer screening procedure to simultaneously assess cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in women without additional cost or radiation exposure. Experts call this a significant step in preventive medicine.
RSNA Studies: AI in Mammography Predicts Cardiovascular Disease Risk