Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among American women. Early detection remains the best way to prevent breast cancer-related deaths. An expert panel along with the American Cancer Society reviewed the existing research on screening and updated its recommendations for women who are at average risk for breast cancer. Importance Breast cancer is a leading cause of premature mortality among US women.
Early detection has been shown to be associated with reduced breast cancer morbidity and mortality. Objective: To update the American Cancer Society (ACS) 2003 breast cancer screening guideline for women at average risk for breast cancer. Process: The ACS commissioned a systematic evidence review of the breast cancer screening literature to inform the update and a supplemental analysis of mammography registry data to address questions related to the screening…
