Current issues in mammographic breast cancer screening.
Mammographic screening for the early detection of breast cancer is widely accepted as the most effective means currently available to reduce breast cancer deaths. However, evidence shows that to maximize benefits and minimize harm, mammographic screening must be of high quality.
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BreastScreen NSW, Central and Eastern Sydney, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown, New South Wales, Australia.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000517:prevention & control*; D003951:Diagnostic Errors; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008327:Mammography / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards*; D008403:Mass Screening / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards*; D008875:Middle Aged; D011785:Quality Assurance, Health Care