Articles tagged with Mammography
A UCSF study of over 140,000 women aged 66-89 found that biennial screening led to fewer false positives and no increased risk of late-stage breast cancer. The study suggests life expectancy and co-existing illnesses should be considered when making cancer screening recommendations for older women.
Fox Chase Cancer Center has received a grant to expand its community-based patient navigation services, which will help women with abnormal mammography results obtain follow-up care. The grant also supports 10 breast cancer education programs in the community and provides mammography screening services for under-insured women.
Researchers found that doses from mammography scatter radiation are negligible and do not increase cancer risk. The use of thyroid shields is unnecessary due to the extremely low dose received by the gland.
Two studies presented at RSNA 2012 found that revised guidelines for screening mammography may lead to a decline in screening, potentially resulting in missed cancers. The new recommendations, issued by the USPSTF, recommend routine screening every two years for women 50-74 years old.
A survey of women with dense breasts found that many would pursue additional screening if notified of their breast density. The study highlights the need for patient education regarding breast density and available alternative technologies to aid in screening.
A new breast imaging technology, tomosynthesis, significantly improves radiologists' diagnostic accuracy and reduces false positive recall rates when combined with standard digital mammography. The study found a 10.7% increase in diagnostic sensitivity and a 38.6% reduction in absolute recall rates.
Researchers have developed a new computer algorithm that analyzes thermal images of breasts to enhance breast cancer detection. The approach improved accuracy from 90% to 96% in tests on 28 patients, paving the way for future studies with larger patient groups.
A new digital mammography technique has been shown to improve the accuracy of breast cancer screening, reducing both false positive findings and recalls. The stereoscopic method uses a unique workstation and polarizing lenses to identify lesions at different depths within the breast volume.
Scientists have developed a method to produce 3D X-ray images of the breast with a radiation dose 25 times lower than current hospital scanners, enabling improved diagnosis and potentially reducing breast cancer mortality. The new technique combines high-energy X-rays, phase contrast imaging, and advanced mathematical algorithms.
Researchers developed a new technique using phase contrast tomography and EST algorithm to create high-quality 3D images of breast tissue, allowing for earlier and more accurate detection of breast tumors. The technique uses lower radiation doses than current CT scanners, enabling clearer images with sharper details.
A new study from the Netherlands found that digital mammography improves breast cancer screening detection rates, particularly for high-grade lesions. While there was a slight increase in clinically insignificant disease diagnoses, the benefits of digital mammography outweighed the risks.
A new optical imaging technology, developed at Tufts University School of Engineering, uses near infrared light to scan breast tissue and can identify water, fats, and oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor tissue. This non-invasive technique could complement standard mammography, particularly for women with dense breast tissue.
A retrospective study found that regular mammography screening can help eliminate the disparity in breast cancer mortality between black and white women. Women screened regularly were more likely to have hormone receptor-positive breast cancers, suggesting early detection can blunt negative prognostic biological characteristics.
Hartzband and Groopman argue that expert recommendations often ignore vital dimensions of life and are based on flawed calculations. They propose a new approach for individual patients to weigh risk and benefit, and emphasize the importance of nuanced judgment in medical decisions.
Preventive mammography rates in women aged 40-49 have dropped nearly 6 percent nationwide since the USPSTF recommended against routine mammograms. The decline is consistent with public resistance to the guidelines change and a modest effect seen in the first year after publication.
A new study by Jason Purnell finds that nearly 70% of 2-1-1 callers needed at least one cancer control service, with greater need in Missouri, North Carolina, Texas, and Washington. Callers were receptive to referrals for preventive services like mammography and HPV vaccination.
A new study conducted at Elizabeth Wende Breast Care in Rochester, NY found that women aged 40-49 with no family history of breast cancer are still at a high risk of developing invasive disease. The study included 211 women who underwent screening mammography and found that 64% had invasive disease.
A new study shows that digital breast tomosynthesis reduces recall rates for routine mammography, particularly for asymmetries and calcifications. The technology allows for a more detailed examination of the breast tissue, resulting in lower recall rates and reduced anxiety for patients.
Researchers estimate that screening mammography for women aged 40-49 with a twofold increased risk level of breast cancer has similar benefits and harms as average-risk women who start biennial screening at age 50. Factors such as family history and dense breasts increase risk by twofold.
A new analysis suggests that every-other-year mammography screening offers a better balance of benefits and harms for women aged 40 to 49 with an increased risk of developing breast cancer. Digital mammography screening resulted in greater false-positive results and harm compared to film mammography.
Two new studies published in Annals of Internal Medicine found that younger women at increased risk for breast cancer may benefit from biennial mammography screening beginning at age 40. The data suggest that this approach has more benefits than harms for women with a two-fold increased risk. Meanwhile, hospital management strategies h...
Researchers found that automated breast volume sonography (ABVS) detected suspicious lesions and uncovered additional cases compared to hand-held ultrasound. ABVS helped identify new breast cancers in mammographically negative cases, improving breast cancer detection rates.
A study published in American Journal of Roentgenology found that routine screening mammography benefits women between 40-49 years by detecting smaller tumors and high-risk lesions at earlier stages. This practice can lead to improved survival rates and reduced need for chemotherapy or extensive surgery.
A study found that over 10 years, 30.8% of women had diagnostic mammograms, while 61.5% underwent ipsilateral invasive procedures following BCS. The high rates may be due to concerns about recurrence, and the authors highlight the need for better prognostic biomarkers to minimize overtreatment.
A study found that women with false-positive mammography results have a statistically significant higher risk of developing breast cancer compared to those who test negative. The long-term excess risk underscores the need for regular screenings despite potential anxiety from false-positive experiences.
A study found that combining annual mammography with screening ultrasound in women at high risk for breast cancer and dense breasts resulted in a higher detection rate of incident breast cancers. Supplemental MRI further increased cancer detection, adding 14.7 cases per 1,000 women.
Researchers found that between 15% and 25% of breast cancer cases are overdiagnosed due to routine mammography screening. This can lead to unnecessary treatments and stress for women, with only a small reduction in mortality rates.
A recent study suggests that MRI screening could be a cost-effective option for women with a familial risk of breast cancer, despite being expensive. The research found that adding MRI to standard mammography screening reduces deaths by 24% at a lower cost per year of life gained.
Research presented at the European Breast Cancer Conference found that women with denser breasts have a nearly double risk of local recurrence. The study, which involved 1,774 post-menopausal women, highlights the importance of considering breast density in treatment decisions and follow-up routines.
Breast imaging tests have been shown to be ineffective in improving patient outcomes and healthcare quality for women with breast pain. The study analyzed over 900 cases, revealing that these tests did not provide significant reassurance or diagnostic value.
A recent study published in Radiology found that mammography-detected breast cancers in women between the ages of 40 and 49 have a significantly better prognosis compared to non-mammography detected cases. This is attributed to earlier detection and treatment, resulting in lower recurrence rates and mortality.
A new technique using subtle gaze direction guides novice radiologists to follow expert scanpaths, improving accuracy in reading mammograms. This high-tech approach shows promise for training medical image interpretation and could be applied to various visual search tasks.
A novel study led by UCSF found that mammograms detect slower-growing breast cancers in women over 50, increasing the likelihood of good prognosis without treatment. The research provides a basis for integrating molecular profiling to avoid overtreatment and improve care.
A new study published at the Radiological Society of North America meeting found that women between 40-49 years old without a family history of breast cancer are equally likely to develop invasive breast cancer as those with a family history. Annual screening mammography is recommended for this age group.
Research from Boston University School of Medicine found no association between depression and delayed diagnostic resolution after abnormal mammograms or Pap tests. Women with psychiatric disorders face disparities in cancer screening and outcomes, but this study suggests pre-existing depression is not a significant barrier to resolution.
The new guidelines recommend no routine mammography screening for women aged 40-49, and extend the screening interval to every 2-3 years for women aged 50-74. The task force also advises against routine clinical breast exams and breast self-exams in asymptomatic women.
A new model estimates that the probability of a woman with screen-detected breast cancer surviving is likely below 10%, contradicting previous claims. The study's findings suggest that the benefit of screening mammography may be lower than previously thought.
A new study found that over half of cancer-free women will experience false-positive results from annual mammograms, leading to unnecessary testing and anxiety. Shifting screening to every other year can lower the risk by a third.
Researchers studied mammography registries to compare cumulative probability of false-positive results after 10 years of annual or biennial screening. Biennial screening reduced false-positive recalls by one-third, but associated with a small increase in late-stage cancer diagnosis. Digital mammography was found to be equally effective...
According to a recent poll, nearly 9-in-10 women reported that having regular mammograms gave them control over their own healthcare. The poll also showed that 90% of women considered mammograms important to their health and well-being.
Foreign-born US women showed higher mammography screening rates over time, increasing from 60.2% in 2000 to 65.5% in 2008, according to a study by Pennsylvania State University researchers. However, disparities persist between immigrant and native-born women, highlighting the need for improved access to healthcare and insurance coverage.
Data from the National Health Interview Survey shows a significant increase in mammogram screenings for immigrant women between 2000 and 2008. Despite this growth, mammography rates remain lower among foreign-born women compared to U.S.-born women.
A decline in hormone therapy use among women aged 50-64 is linked to lower mammogram rates, as doctors may not remind them about upcoming mammograms. The study suggests that the drop in HT use led to a decrease in mammography rates between 2000 and 2005.
Women should have open discussions with their doctors about individualized breast cancer screening timing, considering personal preferences, risk factors, and understanding of mammogram benefits and harms. This is particularly important for women under 50, who may be subjected to false positives and unnecessary procedures.
A study found that women with dense breasts are at higher risk of certain breast cancers and their tumors are more likely to be aggressive. Breast density was also linked to specific tumor characteristics, including ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) and estrogen receptor-negative tumors.
A study found that computer-aided detection (CAD) software used in analyzing three out of four mammograms does not improve detection rates or cancer outcomes. CAD was associated with more false positives, but did not detect smaller or less aggressive cancers.
A large UC Davis study analyzed 1.6 million mammograms and found that computer-aided detection (CAD) technology is not effective in finding breast tumors, leading to increased false-positive results and unnecessary recalls for further testing.
A new study published in Annals of Internal Medicine finds that massage therapy is more effective than usual medical interventions for improving pain and function in patients with chronic low back pain. The researchers also suggest that relaxation massage may have a slight advantage over structural massage due to its wider availability.
Researchers found clinical and personal barriers hinder mammography screening among African-American women. Interventions can be effective by educating providers to build trust, offer culturally appropriate health education, and make referrals.
A recent study shows that regular breast screening with mammography significantly reduces the number of deaths from breast cancer. Over 130,000 women were monitored for nearly three decades, and results indicate that 30% fewer women in the screening group died of breast cancer.
A large-scale Swedish trial shows that regular mammography screening reduces breast cancer mortality by 30% over seven years. The study's findings confirm the long-term benefits of mammography screening and provide new insights into its impact on breast cancer deaths.
A systematic review of community health worker programs found significant increases in mammography screening rates among medically underserved women. The programs were most effective in urban and medical settings, with racial-ethnic parity strengthening the beneficial effect.
A study found that gamma imaging outperformed ultrasound in detecting breast cancer, especially in women with dense breast tissue. Gamma imaging provided 100% sensitivity and 82% specificity, leading to a better prognosis for breast cancer patients.
Researchers found unhealthy substance use is a barrier to completing recommended preventive services, including mammograms and flu shots. The study suggests targeting individuals with substance use problems for tailored interventions to improve service adherence.
Two new studies show a significant drop in mammograms performed in women aged 40-49, leading to decreased benefits of early detection. Researchers found that cancers detected earlier through screening mammography presented at an earlier stage than those not screened, resulting in lower survival rates if guidelines are followed.
A new study found that annual mammograms are as effective as interval post-treatment mammograms in detecting breast cancer recurrences. The research suggests eliminating the interval mammogram would save healthcare costs without negatively impacting patient outcomes, decreasing unnecessary biopsies and stress.
Experts warn that disclosing quantitative data to patients can backfire due to numeracy problems and biases in interpreting data. Studies show that decision aids increase patient knowledge but may not always lead to informed decisions. Researchers advocate for further research on presenting risk information to aid decision-making.
A study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that US women were confused by recent mammography screening recommendations, with 30% more confused than helped. The majority of media coverage was unsupportive, and women aged 40-49 years were most likely to be confused.
A study published in the Journal of Consumer Affairs found that rural Appalachian women are more likely to perform breast health self-examinations and seek medical attention when their caregiving responsibilities are recognized. The research suggests that appealing to their strength as caretakers encourages them to take care of themsel...
Breast cancer is a significant global health issue, with most deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries. A Personal View published in The Lancet Oncology suggests that population-based mammography screening is not practical or cost-effective in these countries.