What is the psychological impact of mammographic screening on younger women with a family history of breast cancer? Findings from a prospective cohort study by the PIMMS Management Group.

PURPOSE: Studies are underway to establish the clinical effectiveness of annual mammographic screening in women younger than 50 years with a family history of breast cancer. This study investigated both the positive and negative psychological effects of screening on these women. PATIENTS AND METHOD...

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Main Authors: Tyndel, S, Austoker, J, Henderson, B, Brain, K, Bankhead, C, Clements, A, Watson, E
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2007