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Breast Cancer Screening
Research from University of Texas yields new data on breast cancer screening
April 30th, 2009
"Breast cancer screening by mammography and clinical breast exam are commonly used for early tumor detection. Previous cost-effectiveness studies considered mammography alone or did not account for all relevant costs," scientists in the United States report. "In this study, we assessed the cost-effectiveness of screening schedules recommended by three major cancer organizations and compared them with alternative strategies. We considered costs of screening examinations, subsequent work-up, biopsy, and treatment interventions after diagnosis. We used a microsimulation model to generate women's life histories, and assessed screening and treatment effects on survival....
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-04-30)
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