Oncology & Cancer
Routine mammograms do save lives
A recent article published by The Conversation Canada stated routine mammographies do not save lives – and that the harms of screening outweigh the benefits.
Nov 1, 2017
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Oncology & Cancer
Researchers use supercomputers to design and test new tools for cancer detection
An important factor in fighting cancer is the speed at which the disease can be identified, diagnosed and treated.
Jun 28, 2017
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Oncology & Cancer
New models in largest breast cancer clinical trial in Oklahoma
A University of Oklahoma and Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City research team is set to begin the largest breast cancer clinical trial ever performed in Oklahoma. The team has developed new breast cancer risk prediction models ...
Jun 12, 2017
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Oncology & Cancer
Novel breast tomosynthesis technique reduces screening recall rate
A new digital breast tomosynthesis technique has the potential to reduce the rate at which women are called back for additional examinations without sacrificing cancer detection, according to a new study published online ...
Feb 21, 2017
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Oncology & Cancer
Study finds 12-14 percent rate for mammogram patient callbacks increases cancer detection
Breast cancer detection increases significantly when radiologists recall mammogram patients for additional imaging more often than recommended by the current guidelines, according to a study by a radiologist at Rush. The ...
Feb 7, 2017
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Oncology & Cancer
Large study finds no evidence for age-based mammography cut-off
In the largest-ever study on screening mammography outcomes, researchers found that there is no clear cut-off age to stop breast cancer screening. The findings will be presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological ...
Nov 28, 2016
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Oncology & Cancer
3-D imaging improves breast cancer screening
What if breast cancers could be found earlier, lumps seen more clearly or the number of callbacks reduced? Three-dimensional breast imaging technology can do just that by increasing the accuracy of breast cancer screening ...
Nov 9, 2016
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Oncology & Cancer
Breast cancer detection rates of mammogram readers don't decline over time
A new study has found there is no decline over time in the accuracy of medical staff who analyse mammogram scans for indications of breast cancer.
May 10, 2016
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Oncology & Cancer
US women's awareness of breast density varies
Disparities in the level of awareness and knowledge of breast density exist among U.S. women, according to the results of a Mayo Clinic study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
Mar 2, 2015
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Oncology & Cancer
FDA warns against nipple test for breast cancer screening
(HealthDay)—A new test marketed as an alternative to a mammogram for breast cancer detection is not an effective screening TOOL, U.S. health officials say.
Dec 14, 2013
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