Hidden clues could help predict a woman’s breast cancer risk years in advance
An AI tool developed at NYU Langone Health analyzes years of 3D mammograms to predict breast cancer risk up to five years before a diagnosis.
TL;DR
- An AI tool analyzes multiple years of 3D mammograms to predict a woman's breast cancer risk within five years.
- The AI model was trained on over 313,000 mammograms from more than 161,000 women.
- This technology could help doctors tailor breast cancer screening based on individual risk.
- Women identified as high-risk could discuss additional screening options like MRI.
- The AI tool analyzes existing mammograms, avoiding additional radiation exposure.
- An AI risk score is not a diagnosis and does not eliminate risk or replace regular mammography.
- The NYU model is currently a research tool and not yet FDA-authorized for clinical use.
- Further testing is needed with data from diverse medical centers and mammography systems.