The following groups of women should have annual mammogram screening : a) Women who are at high risk of developing breast cancer. b) Those who have had masectomy (removal of a breast). There is a 10% chance of cancer developing in the other breast, therefore it should be screened annually. c) In women who have [...]

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Screening /early detection of breast cancer reduces the mortality (death rate) from the disease. Numerous mass screening programs have been conducted. Techniques used for early detection of breast cancer include: a) Physical examination (Palpation) by a physician. a) Breast self examination (BSE). c) Imaging. Eg Mammography, thermography etc. Screening programs identify about 10 cases of [...]

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