Question

A 54-year-old woman with well-controlled hypertension attends for preventive care. She asks about breast cancer screening. She has no family history or genetic risk factors. According to the CTFPHC 2018 breast cancer guideline, which is the most appropriate recommendation for a 54-year-old woman at average risk?

Accepted Answer

Recommend mammography every 2-3 years, emphasising shared decision-making

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Recommend against mammography and do not offer it at this age

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Recommend annual mammography starting now

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Recommend clinical breast examination every year instead of mammography

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Recommend monthly breast self-examination as the main screening strategy

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