By: Molly Smith From: llu.edu The anxiety that comes with awaiting a breast cancer diagnosis is overwhelming, especially after undergoing a mammogram, biopsy, or other screening methods. Whether you’re awaiting results after discovering a lump or attending a routine mammogram, feeling apprehensive is normal. However, it is important to know that many breast cancer screenings return negative results, meaning no …
Effect of False-Positives on Adherence to Subsequent Breast Cancer Screening
By: The ASCO Post Staff From: ascopost.com Patients may be less likely to return for subsequent screening mammography following a false-positive recall for additional imaging or biopsy, according to a recent study published by Miglioretti et al in the Annals of Internal Medicine. The findings raised concerns regarding the potential unintended consequences of false-positive results on the continued participation of …
Impact of Breast Cancer Screening Interval on Stage at Diagnosis and Overall Survival
By: Julia Cipriano, MS From: ascopost.com Annual mammographic screening appeared to be associated with a reduced risk of late-stage breast cancer and an overall survival benefit across clinical and demographic subgroups of patients older than age 40, according to an observational analysis reported by Zuley et al in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. “Screening guidelines must balance the benefits of …
New study supports annual breast cancer screening for women over 40
By: Asher Jones and Cynthia Patton, University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences From: medicalxpress.com Women diagnosed with breast cancer who had regular screening mammograms every year were less likely to have late-stage cancer and had higher overall survival than those who received screening every other year or less often, according to new research from the University of Pittsburgh …
Optimize Interventions to Get a Step Ahead of Financial Toxicity in Cancer Care
By: Kyle Doherty From: onclive.com The issue of financial toxicity in cancer care is widespread, with approximately 50% of patients with cancer facing economic hardship related to their disease and/or treatment.1 In response, investigators are developing preventive interventions that can be implemented at scale to identify patients most at risk for financial toxicity and offer them assistance. “The National Cancer …
Women delay breast screening after learning of pros and cons
By: Amerigo Allegretto From: auntminnie.com Women in their 40s may delay breast cancer screening with mammography after learning about the exam’s pros and cons, a study published July 15 in the Annals of Internal Medicine found. Researchers led by Laura Scherer, PhD, from the University of Colorado in Denver found that after a decision aid was introduced, more women leaned …
Breakthroughs in breast cancer screening technologies
By: Erik Anderson From: auntminnie.com Breast cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in the U.S.i Thankfully, the field of breast screening is not static, and advancements are revolutionizing how we detect and diagnose the disease. While recent breakthroughs have improved our understanding of breast cancer and addressed many challenges, there’s vast potential for future improvements to make …
Cancer Screening Considerations: Balancing the Benefits and Risks
By: Syed S. A. From: news-medical.net The goal of cancer screening is to detect cancer early when the chances of survival are higher compared to discovering the disease after symptoms appear. The prognosis usually depends on the stage at diagnosis 1. While screenings serve as essential tools in this endeavor, it is crucial to acknowledge their limitations and associated risks. …
Behavioral ‘nudges’ significantly increase adherence to regular mammography screening
By: Marty Stempniak From: radiologybusiness.com Behavioral “nudges,” such as text messaging women ahead of their appointment, can help increase adherence to regular mammography screening, according to new research published Monday in JAMA Internal Medicine [1]. To reach this conclusion, scientists conducted two randomized clinical trials encompassing nearly 25,000 patients. Along with text messaging, they also tested other interventions such as ordering mammograms …
USPSTF Finalizes New Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations
By:Mike Bassett From: medpagetoday.com The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has revised its breast cancer screening recommendations and now suggests women at average risk for breast cancer should start screening at a younger age. The Task Force recommends mammography every other year from ages 40 to 74 years (‘B’ grade) — a change from the previous guidanceopens in a new …