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A team of researchers found that radiologists prefer different images for evaluating various breast tissue abnormalities, requiring new computer programs for optimal results. The technology holds great promise in finding breast cancer earlier, but optimizing images for different tasks is crucial.
A recent study found that older women who engage in multiple preventive practices are more likely to have regular mammograms. The research suggests that health education efforts emphasizing the importance of lifelong health promotion can improve mammography use among this demographic.
Researchers at Penn School of Medicine have developed a prototype of an integrated database that can instantly retrieve and store digital breast images from mammography facilities across the country. The project aims to improve detecting and diagnosing women with breast cancer in a more controlled and cost-effective manner.
A study found that volunteers' community activities, such as bingo nights and promotions, significantly increased mammography use among rural residents. The approach also led to increases in mammography among uninsured women and those without female physicians.
A University of California, San Francisco study found that screening mammography in elderly women aged 66-79 reduced their risk of developing metastatic breast cancer by 43% compared to those who were not screened. This is the first evidence that mammography is beneficial for these women.
A new study by UCSF researchers suggests that screening for breast cancer in elderly women may not be worth the cost, citing a small increase in life expectancy. The study also highlights the potential downsides of mammograms, including false positives and anxiety caused by abnormal results.
Research shows that moderate levels of worry about breast cancer motivate women to get screened, but high levels may inhibit use. Educational programs that focus on raising worry and fear alone may not be effective without an action plan.
A new computer model suggests that more frequent mammogram screenings can dramatically reduce breast cancer deaths. The study found that prompt annual screening could result in a 51% reduction in breast cancer deaths, with twice-yearly screenings potentially cutting death rates by as much as 80%.
A new study found that women at high risk for breast cancer who are also anxious and lack self-control are less likely to get a mammogram. Researchers suggest problem-solving training may help address this issue among the most distressed women.
A recent study at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center shows that radiologists can accurately detect breast cancer using digital mammography technology as effectively as traditional film-based methods. The technology has the potential to improve detection rates and reduce deaths from breast cancer.
A study of eight large clinical trials found that mammography screenings for women in their 40s add only about five days to life expectancy and may not significantly reduce breast cancer deaths. However, the overwhelming proportion of women experience no benefit from screening.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a novel optical biopsy technique using near-infrared light to detect hidden growths in breast tissue. The method shows strong correlation between infrared signatures and tumor types, potentially eliminating painful needle biopsies or expensive MRI procedures.
Researchers are testing whether digitally enhanced mammograms can help detect breast cancer earlier, with a goal of improving radiologists' performance and enabling general radiologists to perform as well as specialized radiologists. The trial involves enhancing images from about 450 mammogram cases in a national database.
Researchers analyzed data from over 72,000 screening mammograms to show a steady increase in cancer detection across all ages, with no abrupt jump at 50. The study challenges previous conclusions that suggested an age-related change in mammography's effectiveness, supporting the continued use of screening for women aged 40-49.
Women in their 40s benefit more from annual mammography screening due to detectable cancers being larger and more aggressive. Mammograms for younger women are less effective compared to breast palpation, which also faces similar limitations in denser pre-menopausal breasts.
A study found that the ability to read mammograms varies significantly among general radiologists, with scores ranging from 8% to 98%. The experts detected more cancers but were also more likely to flag normal cases as abnormal.
Researchers found that annual mammograms and clinical breast exams can lead to high false-positive rates, causing unnecessary anxiety and costly follow-up tests. The study suggests that up to 16 million US women may experience a false-positive result after 10 years of screening.
A new analysis found that Michigan's strict mammography regulations, enacted in 1989 and 1994, significantly improved the quality of mammograms without limiting access to cancer-screening procedures. The study suggests that federal mammography standards will also have positive results.
A Brown University study found that a personalized approach can increase breast cancer screening rates among women. Women who received tailored information were 10% more likely to get a repeat mammogram than those who received generic advice or no intervention.
A study found that older women, especially minorities, get the fewest mammograms due to fears of finding a lump and erroneous beliefs about breast cancer. Tailoring messages to address these concerns can encourage more women to undergo screening.
Two studies support annual mammography starting age 40, reducing breast cancer deaths by 35-45% and outpacing radiation risks. The benefits of screening far outweigh the negligible risk of developing breast cancer from mammography.
A study of 287 women found that poor numeracy skills and basic probability concepts can prevent women from accurately assessing the benefits of mammography screening. The researchers used four different formats to present statistical information, but found that low numeracy levels hindered women's ability to apply this information accu...
The technique correctly ruled out a diagnosis of cancer in 18 of 30 women whose suspicious mammograms were later shown to be benign. Additionally, none of the 14 cancers in the group were misdiagnosed by the 3D imaging method.
The number of women dying from breast cancer is decreasing due to earlier detection through mammography. Physicians play a key role in recommending and performing mammograms, with 93-94% of women complying with requests.
Research suggests that women under 50 may experience false-negative mammogram results when screened during the luteal phase of their menstrual cycle. By scheduling mammograms during the first half of their cycle, the accuracy of breast cancer detection can be improved.
A new study by University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill researchers found that black women are half as likely to report ever having had a mammogram and 17% less likely to have had one in the past year compared to white women. The single strongest predictor of whether a woman undergoes the test was her doctor's recommendation, which ...