Mammography

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This paper addresses the history of mammography, new developments and technological improvement, and a discussion of the benefits and supporting statistics of increased mammogram use to increase women's quality of life.

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" Mammograms have saved the lives of tens of thousands of women over the past 20 years. While not perfect, their ability to detect small tumors gives doctors and their patients the option of treating the cancer while it is in an early, more curable stage. Carcinoma of the breast remains a serious threat to women's health as we enter the 21st century. Breast cancer is the most common female malignancy excluding skin cancers, the number one cause of premature death in women, and the send most common cause of death from cancer. Approximately 1 of 8 women will have breast cancer during her lifetime, and one of 30 will die of the disease (American Cancer Society, 1995)."

More papers on Mammography:

• Dissertation or Thesis # 148586 : "Mammography and African American Women"
• Research Paper # 113059 : "Screening and Treatment for Breast Cancer"
• Research Paper # 111396 : "Breast Cancer Screening"

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