[Diagnostic methods used in breast neoplasms. Structure of the National Subprogram for Breast Cancer]

Different diagnostic methods used for the screening of breast cancer such as clinical examination of breasts, self-examination and mammography are reported. A detailed explanation is given regarding reasons for the indication of mammography which include latent symptoms in non-palpable lesions and asymptomatic cases, as well as the advantages of this diagnostic method. The structure and design of the Subprogram for Early and Preclinical Diagnosis of Breast Cancer are explained and data on the situation of breast cancer in the country are reported. The goal of the survey applied and the structure of the mobile car is briefly presented, as well as the management of the different classifications such as low, mid, high and very high risk. The purpose of this paper is to describe the developmental and supporting actions undertaken by the health staff, especially by the nursing and health promotion staff.