Question

A 52-year-old woman attends for routine preventive care. She has no significant family history of breast or ovarian cancer, and no prior chest radiation. According to current CTFPHC breast cancer screening guidance, what should be recommended regarding screening mammography?

Accepted Answer

Offer screening mammography every 2-3 years from age 50 to 74 using shared decision-making

Answer

Begin annual screening mammography at age 40 without discussion

Answer

Do not offer screening mammography because benefits are unproven

Answer

Screen with breast MRI every year from age 40

Answer

Screen only if she develops a breast lump

Practice question

A 52-year-old woman attends for routine preventive care. She has no significant family history of breast or ovarian cancer, and no prior chest radiation. According to current CTFPHC breast cancer screening guidance, what should be recommended regarding screening mammography?