Are There Really Any Good Reasons for Expanding Mass Screening for Breast Cancer?
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The Federal Centre of Expertise for Health Care estimates that the cost-effectiveness of expanded screening would be even weaker than the current program that is already asking the question. That is to say... ...
The Federal Centre of Health Care (KCE) advises against expanding the current breast cancer screening program. Currently, women aged 50 to 69 receive an invitation for a free mammogram every two years. Screening younger or older women, or an additional ultrasound, yields insufficient additional health benefits, says the Centre of Knowledge. "The limited benefits do not outweigh the disadvantages."
05:31 Should we screen more women for breast cancer? The Federal Centre of Health Care (KCE) thinks not. The benefits do not outweigh the disadvantages.
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