False-positive mammograms discourage some women from future screenings
Medical Xpress: Radiology
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
Early detection of breast cancer through mammography screening continues to save lives. However, abnormal findings on mammograms can lead to women being recalled for additional imaging and biopsies, many of which turn out to be "false positives," meaning they do not result in a cancer diagnosis. False positives can also have financial implications for patients and cause significant emotional anxiety.
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