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Women's acceptance of MRI in breast cancer surveillance because of a familial or genetic predisposition.
Breast (Edinburgh, Scotland) - 1 Oct 2006
Essink-Bot M L, Rijnsburger A J, van Dooren S, de Koning H J, Seynaeve C
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the breasts is a promising screening modality for early detection in women at increased breast cancer risk. We investigated the subjective experiences with MRI and the preferences for MRI, mammography or clinical breast examination in 178 high-risk women adhering to a breast cancer surveillance programme. MRI was reported to cause limited discomfort. About 44% preferred MRI as...
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