Core Insights - Heartflow, Inc. is expanding its GAMEFILM Registry to include retired NBA and NHL players, enhancing its initiative to monitor heart health in professional athletes [1][4] - The registry aims to enroll up to 300 former athletes to study cardiovascular disease prevalence and risk factors, building on its initial success with NFL players [3][5] Company Overview - Heartflow is a leader in AI technology for coronary artery disease, utilizing advanced imaging and AI to provide non-invasive assessments of heart health [1][6] - The company has been adopted by over 1,400 institutions globally and has supported the care of over 500,000 patients [6][7] Technology and Research - Heartflow's technology transforms coronary CTA images into personalized 3D heart models, offering insights into plaque characteristics and blood flow effects [7][9] - The GAMEFILM Registry employs advanced coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) imaging to identify plaque types and assess their risk for cardiac events [3][4] Health Impact - Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death, particularly among professional athletes, where underlying issues may be overlooked due to high physical demands [2][5] - The initiative aims to provide proactive heart care and improve understanding of how high-performance sports affect long-term heart health [4][5]