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Screening mammography behavior after a false positive mammogram

E D Pisano1, J A Earp, T L Gallant

  • 1Department of Radiology, University of North Carolina (UNC) School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, USA.

Cancer Detection and Prevention
|April 17, 1998
PubMed
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A false positive mammogram followed by a negative biopsy may increase women's adherence to future screening mammography. This experience can encourage regular participation in breast cancer screening.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Radiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • False positive mammograms are common, leading to invasive procedures like biopsies.
  • Understanding patient experiences is crucial for improving screening adherence.
  • Previous research has not fully explored the long-term impact of false positives on screening behavior.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore women's interpretations of false positive mammograms and negative biopsies.
  • To assess the impact of this experience on subsequent screening mammography participation.
  • To identify factors influencing continued engagement in breast cancer screening.

Main Methods:

  • Pilot study involving 30 women aged 39+ with abnormal mammograms and negative biopsies.
  • Open-ended telephone interviews conducted in 1992, detailing experiences from 1987.

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  • Qualitative analysis of interview data to understand women's perspectives and behaviors.

    • Main Results:

    • Screening mammography participation increased from 33% before the false positive/negative biopsy to 60% afterwards.
    • 73% of women attended their next mammogram within recommended intervals.
    • Women with prior screening habits were more likely to continue regular mammography.

    Conclusions:

    • A false positive mammogram followed by a negative biopsy does not deter future screening.
    • This experience may act as a catalyst for increased compliance with mammography screening recommendations.
    • Further research should explore interventions to leverage this effect for improved cancer detection rates.