Question

A 55-year-old woman with no family history of breast cancer asks about routine breast screening. She is well and has no breast symptoms. According to Australian guidelines, what is the most appropriate advice regarding population screening?

Accepted Answer

She should have screening mammography every 2 years from age 50 to 74 through BreastScreen

Answer

She should have annual screening mammography from age 40

Answer

She should have screening mammography every 5 years from age 50

Answer

Ultrasound alone every 2 years is sufficient for screening at her age

Answer

Screening is not recommended until age 60

Practice question

A 55-year-old woman with no family history of breast cancer asks about routine breast screening. She is well and has no breast symptoms. According to Australian guidelines, what is the most appropriate advice regarding population screening?