Question

A 53-year-old average-risk woman with no family history of breast cancer attends your clinic asking about mammography. According to the 2018 CTFPHC breast cancer screening guideline (recognising the 2024 update is still draft), which recommendation is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Recommend routine mammography every 2-3 years for women aged 50-74, emphasising shared decision-making

Answer

Begin annual mammography at age 40 for all women

Answer

Recommend no screening for women aged 50-74 as benefits are negligible

Answer

Recommend monthly breast self-examination instead of mammography

Answer

Routine screening MRI is preferred for all average-risk women

Practice question

A 53-year-old average-risk woman with no family history of breast cancer attends your clinic asking about mammography. According to the 2018 CTFPHC breast cancer screening guideline (recognising the 2024 update is still draft), which recommendation is most appropriate?