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ACP Updates Breast Cancer Screening Guidance

Biennial mammography recommended for ages 50 to 74 years, with shared decision-making outside that range.

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    Biennial mammography recommended for women aged 50-

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    Shared decision-making essential for ages 40-

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    DBT may be considered for women with dense breasts.

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    Routine MRI/ultrasound not recommended for average-risk individuals.

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    No clear benefit for screening women over 75 with limited life expectancy.

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    Clinical breast examination shouldn't be the only screening method.

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    Significant harms include false positives, overdiagnosis, and psychological distress.

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ACP Updates Breast Cancer Screening Guidance

  • by Kerri Miller

  • April 17, 2026

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