title: BI-RADS classification for management of abnormal mammograms.
abstract: The Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS), developed by the American College of Radiology, provides a standardized classification for mammographic studies. This system demonstrates good correlation with the likelihood of breast malignancy. The BI-RADS system can inform family physicians about key findings, identify appropriate follow-up and management and encourage the provision of educational and emotional support to patients.
authors.affiliation: Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, NY 14263, USA. Margaret.Eberl@RosewellPark.org
authors.forename: Margaret M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Eberl
authors.forename: Chester H
authors.initials: CH
authors.lastname: Fox
authors.forename: Stephen B
authors.initials: SB
authors.lastname: Edge
authors.forename: Cathleen A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Carter
authors.forename: Martin C
authors.initials: MC
authors.lastname: Mahoney
mesh_terms: D001941:Breast Diseases / Q000473:pathology*; D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D002114:Calcinosis / Q000473:pathology; D005194:Family Practice; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008327:Mammography / Q000145:classification*; D008403:Mass Screening / Q000145:classification*; D008875:Middle Aged; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D012042:Registries