Mueller-Schimpfle MP, Brandenbusch VC, Degenhardt F, Duda V, Madjar H, Mundinger A, Rathmann R, Hahn M. The Problem of Mammographic Breast Density - The Position of the DEGUM Working Group on Breast Ultrasound.
Ultraschall Med 2016;
37:170-175. [PMID:
26882482 DOI:
10.1055/s-0041-108004]
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Abstract
Mammographic breast density correlates with breast cancer risk and also with the number of false-negative calls. In the USA these facts lead to the "Breast Density and Mammography Reporting Act" of 2011. In the case of mammographically dense breasts, the Working Group on Breast Ultrasound in Germany recommends explaining the advantages of adjunct imaging to women, depending on the individual breast cancer risk. Due to the particular structure of German healthcare, quality-assured breast ultrasound would be the first choice. Possible overdiagnosis, costs, potentially increased emotional stress should be addressed. In high familial breast cancer risk, genetic counselling and an intensified early detection program should be performed.
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