Mammograms may reveal hidden heart risks – new study tests if telling women saves lives

NCT ID NCT04983875

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether telling women about breast artery calcification (BAC) found on mammograms can encourage them to see a heart doctor and adopt healthier habits. Over 5,400 women participated, with a smaller group randomly receiving a letter that included their BAC results. The goal is to see if this simple addition to standard mammography reports can improve cardiovascular health awareness and care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: BAC-Enhanced Letter
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to routine inclusion of heart risk information in mammography results, helping women take early steps to protect their heart health.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study focused on behavior and awareness, not on direct health outcomes. The results may not change actual heart disease rates or apply to all populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

calcinosis Vascular Calcification

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MAMMOGRAPHY VASCULAR CALCIFICATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Mount Sinai

New York, New York, 10029, United States

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