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BHF is the biggest funder of research into heart and circulatory diseases in Europe. We help find cures and treatments to give people more time with loved ones.  

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Heart scans could help thousands avoid unnecessary invasive procedure

05 June 2024

Thousands of patients admitted to hospital every year with suspected heart attacks could avoid an unnecessary invasive procedure if they have a routine heart MRI scan first, according to research we've part funded presented at the British Cardiovascular Society conference.

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