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Breast self-examination.

C J Baines1

  • 1Department of Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Cancer
|April 1, 1992
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Breast self-examination (BSE) evidence has strengthened, linking it to smaller tumors and potentially reduced breast cancer mortality. Competent BSE practice and accessible follow-up are crucial for women aged 40 and older.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Breast cancer remains a significant health concern globally.
  • Early detection methods are critical for improving patient outcomes.
  • Breast self-examination (BSE) has been proposed as a low-cost early detection strategy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and synthesize the evidence supporting breast self-examination (BSE) up to mid-1991.
  • To assess the impact of BSE on tumor size at diagnosis and breast cancer mortality.
  • To determine the optimal age group and conditions for effective BSE implementation.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature review of publications on breast self-examination (BSE) was conducted.
  • Studies published up to the middle of 1991 were analyzed.

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  • Evidence regarding BSE's association with tumor size and mortality reduction was evaluated.

    • Main Results:

    • Evidence supporting the efficacy of BSE has strengthened since 1989.
    • BSE is associated with the diagnosis of smaller-sized breast tumors.
    • A potential for reducing breast cancer mortality through BSE was identified.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective BSE practice, coupled with accessible diagnostic follow-up, is likely to reduce breast cancer mortality.
    • BSE is particularly important for women aged 40 and older, aligning with screening principles for prevalent preclinical disease.