Breast Cancer Screening

Studies from University of Stellenbosch update current data on breast cancer screening

Published in Women's Health Weekly, March 5th, 2009

"Mammographic screening has become part of routine health care. We present a first analysis of screening mammography in a dedicated breast health centre in Africa," investigators in South Africa report.

"To establish a performance benchmark and provide data for health care policy and funding decisions on screening mammography. All mammography performed between January 2003 and August 2008 was entered into a prospective database. Mammography was performed exclusively by certified mammographers and double-read by experienced readers. Outcomes were classified in a simplified classification system based on the Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BIRADS). In 40 -...

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Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-03-05)

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