Study Shows Digital Mammography More Effective for Young Women with Dense Breast Tissue

Digital mammograms are more effective than standard X-rays for detecting breast cancer in young women with dense breast tissue, but not for postmenopausal women. A study involving nearly 43,000 women found that digital mammography detected up to 28% more cancers in women under 50 or with dense breast tissue. Digital mammograms offer advantages such as easier cancer detection, digital storage, and electronic sharing of results. Despite initial reluctance, hospitals now have evidence to invest in digital mammogram equipment.

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