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Idit Melnik¹, Yael Rapson², Ahuva Gropstein²

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Mammography screening for breast cancer reduces mortality but has drawbacks like false results and radiation. Screening guidelines vary, with Israel

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Area of Science:

Oncology
Radiology
Public Health

Background:

Mammography screening effectively reduces breast cancer mortality.
However, mammography presents challenges including false positives/negatives, reduced sensitivity in dense breasts, over-diagnosis, and radiation exposure.
Divergent views on mammography's benefits versus risks have led to varied screening recommendations.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the current landscape of breast cancer screening guidelines.
To evaluate the differing approaches to mammography screening frequency and age initiation.
To contextualize the Israeli national screening program within global trends.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature on mammography screening efficacy and limitations.
Comparative analysis of international breast cancer screening guidelines.
Examination of the parameters of the Israeli national mammography screening program.

Main Results:

Screening protocols range from annual mammograms starting at age 40 to biennial screening from age 50.
The Israeli national program recommends biennial mammography for women aged 50-74.
These variations reflect ongoing debate regarding the optimal balance of mammography's benefits and harms.

Conclusions:

Mammography screening for breast cancer involves a complex risk-benefit analysis.
The optimal screening strategy remains a subject of ongoing research and policy development.
Understanding diverse screening approaches is crucial for public health policy and patient care.