Dear AuntMinnie Member,
Most women don't correctly estimate their risk of developing breast cancer, according to a study to be presented at this week's American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Breast Cancer Symposium in San Francisco.
Researchers from New York surveyed nearly 10,000 women, asking them their perceptions of their personal breast cancer risk. The participants came from a wide range of demographic and ethnic groups.
Among the entire study population, only 9.4% of women correctly assessed their risk -- a finding that the study authors believe is "seriously disconcerting," especially given ongoing patient education efforts. Read more about the results by clicking here.
In a related article, what should patients be told in advance about their imaging exams? A study from U.S. researchers found that most just want to know the basics, like the name of the test, how to prepare, and how long before they get the results. Patients appear to be less concerned with issues such as radiation dose, physician credentials, and who will be telling them their results. Learn more by clicking here.
What is the Best Radiology Image of 2013?
Have you voted yet in the Best Radiology Image competition in the Minnies, AuntMinnie.com's annual event recognizing excellence in radiology?
We've posted 12 of radiology's best images from 2013 on our Facebook page, and we will select the winner based on the image that gets the most "likes" from our members. So far, a 640-slice coronary CT angiography image is in first place, but an FDG-PET/CT scan isn't far behind. Let us know what you think!
