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What is the impact of screening mammography on breast cancer mortality?
What is the impact of screening mammography on breast cancer mortality?
Screening mammography has decreased breast cancer mortality by 36%.
Who is recommended to undergo screening mammography?
Who is recommended to undergo screening mammography?
Screening mammography is recommended for women starting at age 50, with varied frequency and personalized screening for those aged 40-49.
How does breast density affect mammography sensitivity?
How does breast density affect mammography sensitivity?
Breast density lowers mammography sensitivity.
What is digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT)?
What is digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT)?
Who is recommended to undergo DBT screening?
Who is recommended to undergo DBT screening?
How can synthesized reconstructed images impact DBT interpretation?
How can synthesized reconstructed images impact DBT interpretation?
What factors should be considered when making breast cancer screening recommendations?
What factors should be considered when making breast cancer screening recommendations?
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Study Notes
- Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women.
- Screening mammography has decreased breast cancer mortality by 36%.
- Breast density affects mammography sensitivity.
- Screening mammography is recommended for women starting at age 50, with varied frequency and personalized screening for those aged 40-49.
- Digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) can increase cancer detection rates and decrease false positives.
- DBT is recommended for women under 50, those with dense breasts, and for detecting spiculated masses and asymmetries.
- DBT interpretation time is longer and dose is increased if 2-D images are obtained in addition to DBT images.
- Synthesized reconstructed images may replace the need for a 2-D correlative view.
- Dense breast tissue lowers mammography sensitivity and increases breast cancer risk.
- Screening recommendations should consider life expectancy and comorbid conditions.
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