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MRI Scans Found to Predict Heart Disease Risk a Decade in Advance

University of Dundee study reveals left ventricular mass as a key early marker for cardiovascular events, enabling gender-specific pre-emptive care.

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Scans could identify people at risk of cardiovascular disease who may have no other identifiable risk factors

Overview

  • A study published in Radiology shows that routine MRI scans can detect increased left ventricular mass, predicting cardiovascular risk up to 10 years before symptoms arise.
  • Researchers analyzed data from 5,015 healthy volunteers collected between 2008 and 2013, finding predictive markers even when heart function appeared normal.
  • The study identified gender-specific links: diastolic blood pressure correlates with risk in men, while cholesterol levels are significant for women.
  • Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland, which funded the research, has endorsed the findings, emphasizing their potential to prevent heart attacks and strokes through early intervention.
  • The researchers advocate for integrating MRI scans into routine cardiovascular risk assessments, leveraging the accessibility and simplicity of the technology.