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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Public Health
  • Health Communication

Background:

  • State breast density legislation mandates patient notification.
  • Awareness of breast density and related laws is crucial for informed healthcare decisions.
  • Mammography screening guidelines are evolving to include breast density information.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess women's awareness and knowledge of breast density.
  • To evaluate understanding of breast density legislation among women undergoing mammography.
  • To identify gaps in patient knowledge regarding breast density and its implications for breast cancer risk.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was administered to women receiving routine mammography.
  • The survey assessed sociodemographic factors, breast density knowledge, and awareness of legislation.
  • Data were collected over two separate 1-week periods at an academic medical center.

Main Results:

  • A low survey response rate (33.8%) was observed.
  • Most women (61.2%) were surprised by breast density notifications and unaware (89.9%) of the legislation.
  • Significant differences in follow-up intentions and supplemental screening views were noted between women with dense and non-dense breasts.

Conclusions:

  • Confusion and misinformation about breast density persist despite existing laws.
  • Current communication methods may be insufficient for improving patient understanding.
  • Innovative patient education tools are needed to enhance comprehension of breast density and guide breast care management.