The Canadian National Breast Screening Study: a Canadian critique

AJR Am J Roentgenol. 1993 Oct;161(4):761-3. doi: 10.2214/ajr.161.4.8372753.

Abstract

The Canadian National Breast Screening Study (CNBSS) was the first study designed to determine the efficacy of screening for breast carcinoma in women 40-49 years old. Women were randomized to undergo either annual mammography and physical examination or usual care after an initial physical examination [1]. Women 50-59 years old were randomized to undergo either annual mammography and physical examination or annual physical examination only [2]. This study, published by epidemiologists on the efficacy of a radiologic examination, therefore, invites evaluation by radiologists.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Randomized Controlled Trial

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Breast Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging
  • Breast Neoplasms / prevention & control*
  • Canada
  • Epidemiologic Methods
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Mammography*
  • Mass Screening*
  • Middle Aged
  • Quality Control
  • Research Design