Overview

• New MRI method detects 16.5% more cases of heart failure in women by focusing on heart relaxation and refilling.
• Traditional methods like echocardiograms are inaccurate in up to 50% of cases, especially in women.
• Early diagnosis and treatment can vastly improve quality of life and life expectancy for female patients.
• The research was a collaborative effort involving multiple universities and international institutions.
• Government backing underscores the importance of sex-specific healthcare advancements.