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AI-Driven 3D Heart Scans Save NHS £9.5 Million and Transform Cardiac Care

New data confirms the technology has reduced invasive tests by 16% and secondary tests by 12%, benefiting over 24,300 patients across 56 hospitals since 2021.

A 3D scan of the heart has been found to help patients avoid having further tests
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Overview

  • The innovative Heartflow Analysis tool uses AI to convert CT scans into personalized 3D coronary artery models, enabling faster, non-invasive diagnoses.
  • Since its NHS rollout in 2021, the technology has saved £9.5 million, equivalent to £390 per patient, by reducing unnecessary procedures and improving efficiency.
  • Invasive angiograms have decreased by 16% among patients who ultimately required no further treatment, while secondary heart tests have been cut by 12%.
  • More than 24,300 patients have benefited from the scans, which are now available in 56 hospitals across England under the MedTech Funding Mandate programme.
  • A study published in *Nature Medicine* validates the clinical and economic benefits of the tool, highlighting its role in improving care for coronary heart disease patients.