Innovations in Cardiovascular Diagnosis and Risk Stratification

A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Clinical Diagnosis and Prognosis".

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Dear Colleagues,

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain a leading global cause of death and disability, responsible for 18 million deaths annually. Over the past decade, transformative advancements in cardiovascular diagnostics and risk stratification have enabled earlier detection, precise assessment, and tailored treatments, reducing the burden of CVDs worldwide.

This Special Issue explores key milestones in this progress. Innovations such as advanced cardiac MRI, CT angiography, and molecular imaging are revolutionizing cardiovascular visualization with unmatched precision. Breakthroughs in biomarker discovery, including genetic and metabolomic markers, offer unprecedented opportunities for early detection and prognosis. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are redefining the field by integrating vast datasets to reveal patterns and predictions beyond human capability. These technologies enhance diagnostic workflows, refine risk algorithms, and support proactive care through wearable devices and mobile health applications.

Looking ahead, interdisciplinary research and innovations, such as precision medicine, 3D printing, and big data analytics, are expected to redefine cardiovascular care. Equitable access to these advancements is essential to ensure their global impact. This Special Issue will discuss challenges and innovations shaping cardiovascular medicine.

Dr. Sonu M. M. Bhaskar
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Keywords

  • cardiovascular diseases
  • cardiac MRI
  • CT angiography, and molecular imaging
  • biomarker discovery
  • artificial intelligence and machine learning
  • wearable devices and mobile health

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Clinical Usefulness and Cut-Off Value of Computed Tomography-Measured Visceral Adipose Tissue in Coronary Artery Disease
by Yi-Jhen Hsieh, Tsyh-Jyi Hsieh, Chung-Han Ho, Kung-Hsun Weng and Yi-Chen Chou
Diagnostics 2026, 16(3), 483; https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics16030483 - 5 Feb 2026
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Background/Objectives: Abdominal obesity, especially visceral adipose tissue (VAT), is an independent risk factor for coronary artery disease. This study aimed to investigate the association between single-slice CT-measured VAT and significant coronary artery stenosis and to establish an optimal VAT cut-off value for [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: Abdominal obesity, especially visceral adipose tissue (VAT), is an independent risk factor for coronary artery disease. This study aimed to investigate the association between single-slice CT-measured VAT and significant coronary artery stenosis and to establish an optimal VAT cut-off value for Taiwanese adults. Methods: Patients who underwent abdominal CT and coronary CT angiography (CTA) within 1 month of each other were enrolled in this retrospective study. Axial images of abdominal CT at the L4 pedicle level were selected for further VAT, subcutaneous adipose tissue, and paraspinal muscles analysis. Significant coronary artery stenosis was defined as any luminal stenosis of >50% of the diameter of the vessel that was measured in coronary CTA. Anthropometric and laboratory measurements, including height, weight, waist circumference (WC), blood pressure, blood glucose, and blood lipids, were also analyzed. Results: A total of 779 patients (300 females; 54.9 ± 9.96 years) were enrolled. Only VAT and systolic blood pressure correlated significantly with significant coronary artery stenosis. No significant differences were found in other demographic and anthropometric characteristics between the groups with and without significant coronary artery stenosis. Conclusions: Single-slice CT-measured VAT was associated with significant coronary artery stenosis, and a lower VAT cut-off is recommended for the Taiwanese population. Full article
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