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Utilization of screening mammography by primary care physicians
Applied Radiology
|November 5, 1989
Summary
Primary care physicians in Virginia show varied mammography referral rates for breast cancer screening. Cost and insurance coverage are significant barriers to screening mammography utilization.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Public Health
- Radiology
Background:
- Mammography is crucial for early breast cancer detection.
- Routine breast cancer screening mammography is not consistently practiced in the U.S. for asymptomatic women.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey primary care physicians' referral practices for breast cancer screening mammography.
- To identify factors influencing mammography referrals and perceived barriers.
Main Methods:
- A survey was conducted among 513 primary care physicians in Virginia.
- Referral rates for different age groups (35-40, 40-50, >50) were analyzed.
Main Results:
- Average referral rates were 39% (35-40), 55% (40-50), and 57% (>50).
- Gynecologists referred the most women; 81% of physicians reported increasing referrals.
- Physicians cited cost and lack of insurance coverage as major deterrents, with half believing community awareness is low.
Conclusions:
- Mammography referral practices vary among primary care physicians.
- Addressing cost and insurance barriers is essential to improve breast cancer screening rates.
- Enhancing community awareness of mammography benefits may increase screening uptake.
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