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. 2001 Oct 20;358(9290):1340-2.
doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(01)06449-2.

Cochrane review on screening for breast cancer with mammography

Cochrane review on screening for breast cancer with mammography

O Olsen et al. Lancet. .

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  • Lancet. 2006 Feb 11;367(9509):474

Abstract

In 2000, we reported that there is no reliable evidence that screening for breast cancer reduces mortality. As we discuss here, a Cochrane review has now confirmed and strengthened our previous findings. The review also shows that breast-cancer mortality is a misleading outcome measure. Finally, we use data supplemental to those in the Cochrane review to show that screening leads to more aggressive treatment.

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