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Manisha Bahl¹, Shadi Aminololama-Shakeri², Linda E Chen³

¹Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.

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|November 3, 2025

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The initial method of detection (MOD) clarifies how breast cancer is found, guiding better data collection for screening effectiveness. Consistent MOD reporting by radiologists aids early detection and improves patient outcomes.

Keywords:

BI-RADS breast cancer method of detection reporting screening

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Area of Science:

Radiology
Oncology
Medical Imaging

Background:

The initial method of detection (MOD) is the first clinical sign or imaging finding leading to a breast cancer diagnosis.
MOD is categorized as screening, patient/provider detection, or other, assigned prospectively by radiologists.
Current tracking of MOD in cancer registries is limited, hindering comprehensive analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide guidance on consistent assignment of the initial method of detection (MOD) for breast cancer diagnoses.
To address frequently asked questions and challenging clinical scenarios related to MOD.
To promote standardized MOD reporting for improved data collection and analysis.

Main Methods:

Prospective assignment of MOD by radiologists during interpretation of BI-RADS category 4 or 5 examinations.
Exclusion of MOD assignment for BI-RADS categories 0-3, 6, or active breast cancer diagnoses.
Compilation of frequently asked questions and clinical scenarios by the American College of Radiology's Screening and Emerging Technology Committee.

Main Results:

MOD assignment should reflect the initial reason for presentation, even if the diagnosed cancer is asymptomatic.
Standardized MOD reporting enhances data quality for evaluating screening effectiveness and technology performance.
Consistent MOD assignment can reveal disparities in cancer detection.

Conclusions:

Standardizing MOD reporting is crucial for improving data collection in breast cancer diagnostics.
Increased awareness and consistent application of MOD can strengthen early detection initiatives.
Systematic MOD collection offers valuable insights into screening effectiveness and potential disparities, ultimately improving patient outcomes.