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What was the primary goal of the innovation in breast cancer control introduced by Halstead in 1898?
What was the primary goal of the innovation in breast cancer control introduced by Halstead in 1898?
- To detect breast cancer before it is palpable (correct)
- To study the radiographic appearance of breast cancers
- To perform radical mastectomies on all breast cancer patients
- To develop surgical techniques for advanced breast cancer cases
In what year did Otto Kleinschmidt make the first published radiograph of a living person's breast?
In what year did Otto Kleinschmidt make the first published radiograph of a living person's breast?
- 1927 (correct)
- 1898
- 1930
- 1924
What did a group of male radiologists in Rochester, NY in 1924 admire and discuss that led to the speculation about x-raying the breast to locate tumors?
What did a group of male radiologists in Rochester, NY in 1924 admire and discuss that led to the speculation about x-raying the breast to locate tumors?
- Surgical techniques for breast cancer
- Survival rates of breast cancer patients
- Chest X-ray of a buxom woman (correct)
- Radiographic studies of cancerous breasts
What impact has the combination of early detection, diagnosis, and treatment had on survival rates for breast cancer?
What impact has the combination of early detection, diagnosis, and treatment had on survival rates for breast cancer?
In what decade did publications on mammography start to appear in South America, the United States, and Europe?
In what decade did publications on mammography start to appear in South America, the United States, and Europe?
What was described using radiographic studies of cancerous breasts removed at surgery?
What was described using radiographic studies of cancerous breasts removed at surgery?
What technology substantially lowered the radiation dose received by the patient compared to using industrial-grade x-ray film?
What technology substantially lowered the radiation dose received by the patient compared to using industrial-grade x-ray film?
Which company first introduced the combination of higher resolution x-ray film, faster-speed film, and an intensifying screen, reducing patient radiation exposure further?
Which company first introduced the combination of higher resolution x-ray film, faster-speed film, and an intensifying screen, reducing patient radiation exposure further?
What project, initiated in 1973, demonstrated the effectiveness of screening and physical examination for breast cancer?
What project, initiated in 1973, demonstrated the effectiveness of screening and physical examination for breast cancer?
Which advancement in mammography imaging made xerographic images easier to understand and evaluate, leading to wider usage for evaluating breast disease?
Which advancement in mammography imaging made xerographic images easier to understand and evaluate, leading to wider usage for evaluating breast disease?
In which decade did mammography become a reliable clinical tool due to advancements like low-kilovoltage x-ray tubes and high-detail x-ray film?
In which decade did mammography become a reliable clinical tool due to advancements like low-kilovoltage x-ray tubes and high-detail x-ray film?
Who is considered the 'Father of Mammography' and was associated with M.D. Anderson Hospital in the 1960s?
Who is considered the 'Father of Mammography' and was associated with M.D. Anderson Hospital in the 1960s?
Which legislation was implemented in 1992 to mandate high-quality breast cancer screening programs?
Which legislation was implemented in 1992 to mandate high-quality breast cancer screening programs?
What is a common misconception that impacts some women's decision to undergo mammography?
What is a common misconception that impacts some women's decision to undergo mammography?
What technological advancements have been introduced to improve mammography imaging?
What technological advancements have been introduced to improve mammography imaging?
What is a significant risk factor for developing breast cancer?
What is a significant risk factor for developing breast cancer?
In what decade was the public perception about radiation exposure from diagnostic X-rays leading to more breast cancers than being detected?
In what decade was the public perception about radiation exposure from diagnostic X-rays leading to more breast cancers than being detected?
What is the impact of hormonal history on breast cancer risk?
What is the impact of hormonal history on breast cancer risk?
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