Breast Cancer Screening: Why Can't Everyone Agree?
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.pop.2018.10.010.
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Abstract
Screening mammography and evolving treatments have improved mortality over the last 25 years. However, breast cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer-related mortality for women in the United States. There are several contradictory recommendations regarding breast cancer screening. Familiarity with these recommendations will allow physicians to counsel their patients and ensure well-informed shared decision making.
Medical subject headings
- Breast Neoplasms
- Early Detection of Cancer
- Mammography