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Clinical breast examination: practical recommendations for optimizing performance and reporting.

Debbie Saslow1, Judy Hannan, Janet Osuch

  • 1American Cancer Society, Atlanta, Georgia, USA.

CA: a Cancer Journal for Clinicians
|November 13, 2004
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Clinical breast examination (CBE) aids early breast cancer detection, especially in younger women. Evidence supporting its impact on survival for asymptomatic women is debated, prompting a review and recommendations for standardized practice.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Radiology
  • Preventive Medicine

Background:

  • Clinical breast examination (CBE) is a widely practiced method for detecting breast abnormalities and palpable breast cancers.
  • Early detection through CBE can lead to more treatment options and better outcomes.
  • Recent discussions question CBE's effectiveness in improving survival rates for asymptomatic women, especially when compared to mammography.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evidence supporting the role of CBE in early breast cancer detection.
  • To highlight current issues and controversies surrounding CBE practice.
  • To propose recommendations for standardizing CBE practice and reporting.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing evidence on CBE's efficacy in breast cancer detection.

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  • Analysis of current clinical practice patterns and clinician confidence levels.
  • Formulation of recommendations based on evidence and practice issues.

    • Main Results:

    • CBE is effective in detecting palpable tumors, particularly in women under 40.
    • Its role as an adjunct to mammography after age 40 is established.
    • There is ongoing debate regarding CBE's contribution to survival and mortality reduction in asymptomatic women.

    Conclusions:

    • CBE remains a recommended practice by many organizations despite ongoing debates.
    • Standardization of CBE practice and reporting is needed to improve evidence quality.
    • Further research and clear guidelines can enhance the understanding of CBE's contribution to breast cancer detection and patient outcomes.