Learn about breast cancer screening from A to Z

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This article is written by doctors of Internal Oncology Department - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. Every year around the world, nearly 1.7 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 500,000 women die from breast cancer. In Vietnam, it is estimated that every year about 11,000 women get breast cancer and the number of women die from breast cancer. Annual breast cancer deaths are about 5,000 people (Globocan, 2016).
Late diagnosis is the general situation of cancers in Vietnam, including breast cancer. In the study to evaluate the late diagnosis status of some common cancers at K Hospital by author Bui Dieu - (2011) showed that the rate of late stage breast cancer (stage III and IV) at diagnostic score is 72.5%.

1. Why do you need breast cancer screening?

Screening and early detection of cancer, which is one of the strategies considered the most effective in reducing cancer deaths (about 20% reduction), by specific treatment measures such as surgery. Surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and in combination with other advanced methods: hormone therapy, biology (targeted treatment), breast cancer patients can be saved. Stage 1 breast cancer often has a high survival rate (over 5 years) reaching 80-90%. Screening and early detection of breast cancer also offers the opportunity to have breast-conserving surgery as well as reduce the amount of drugs, treatment time and cost. Vinmec Hospital is equipped with modern equipment, ready to serve the needs of customers for breast cancer screening.

2. Things to keep in mind when screening for Breast Cancer

Possible false-positive mammogram: Factors that increase the likelihood of a false-positive mammogram (mammogram) result include age, increased breast density, family or personal history of cancer breast, previous breast biopsy, use of hormonal drugs...

Radiation: Although radiation can increase the risk of breast cancer, radiation from mammograms is low, for women at average risk over 40, the benefits of screening far outweigh the risks. radiation from a mammogram. Discomfort: screening for breast lumps can be uncomfortable or painful during a mammogram

3. Breast Cancer Screening Subjects

The incidence of breast cancer in women under 40 years of age is quite low, then gradually increases with age, so screening is recommended for all women over 40 years of age, who have not had clinical symptoms of breast cancer for at least one year. once. For women aged 50-74 years, it is recommended to be screened for cancer every two years with ultrasound and mammograms
In addition, women with the following risk factors should be screened for secondary breast cancer from the age of 20 as prescribed by a specialist:
Have two aunts, uncles (father's sisters) or two aunts, uncles (mother's sisters) with breast cancer? Has 1 aunt, uncle (father's sister) or aunt, uncle (mother's sister) had ovarian cancer? Have a first- or second-degree relative with breast cancer before age 45? Do you have an aunt, uncle, or aunt with breast cancer and another cancer? Someone with bilateral (primary) breast cancer in the family Having a mother or sister with a BRCA1/2 gene mutation Has a male cancer in the family A history of radiation in the chest To the same join hands in "Say no to breast cancer", Vinmec International General Hospital has developed a breast cancer screening package including: Breast examination with an oncologist or gynecologist; Mammogram (2 sides); 2D breast ultrasound on both sides.,..
Package details at:
Breast cancer screening package

4. The breast cancer screening process at Vinmec International General Hospital includes

Clinical examination:
Clinical examination by highly qualified specialists with good clinical experience. Screening methods:
Performed by 2 modern and highly accurate diagnostic imaging methods: mammography (mammography) and mammogram:
Mammography is a mechanical method. play an important role in the early detection of breast cancer. Mammography helps to detect microcalcification lesions, abnormally increased opacities, and is very valuable for the group of elderly people with fatty breast tissue. Breast ultrasound: is an adjunct to X-rays. Ultrasound is used to further evaluate the mass and can differentiate a solid mass from a cystic lesion. Ultrasound is also used to guide biopsies and other interventions. Counseling after results:
Customers will be given specific advice by the doctor about the results and give useful advice on monitoring or other necessary indications Time for breast cancer screening:
The best time to perform screening for customers who are still menstruating after 5-7 days of menstruation

5. Why should you choose Vinmec for breast cancer screening?

Officially put into operation on January 7, 2012, Vinmec has become a prestigious address in breast cancer screening with:
Team of highly qualified and experienced doctors.

Comprehensive professional cooperation with domestic and international hospitals: Singapore, Japan, USA, .. Comprehensive treatment and care, multi-specialty coordination towards individualizing each patient. Having a full range of specialized facilities for diagnosis and staging before treatment: Endoscopy, CT scan, PET-CT scan, MRI, histopathological diagnosis, gene-cell testing, .. There are a full range of mainstream cancer treatment methods: surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, stem cell transplant...
In April & May 2021, when there is a need for breast cancer examination and treatment at Vinmec Times City International Hospital, customers will enjoy double incentives:
- Free specialist examination and discount 50% of many breast cancer screening packages such as:
+ Breast cancer screening package - medium risk, for people under 40 years old
+ Breast cancer screening package - medium risk, for people aged 40 and over
+ Breast cancer screening package - high risk for people under 30 years old
+ Breast cancer screening package - high risk for people 30 years old and older
- 50% off cost for specified customers post-examination treatment. The program is limited to the corresponding technique of each hospital and to customers who perform this treatment technique for the first time at Vinmec.

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Source: update.com