Last mentioned: Feb 25, 2026
Widespread Recognition
Major health systems begin implementing dual-screening protocols using existing mammography data.
Clinical Advocacy
Increased pressure from women's health groups for mandatory BAC reporting in mammography results.
AI Integration
Imaging software companies begin seeking FDA clearance for automated BAC quantification tools.
Initial BAC Correlation Studies
Major clinical trials link breast arterial calcification to coronary artery disease risk.
Routine mammograms are being repurposed as a vital tool for identifying Breast Arterial Calcification (BAC), a precursor to cardiovascular disease. This shift leverages existing imaging infrastructure to address the leading cause of death in women through early detection.