No. | Recommendations/Statements | EG | LoE | Sources |
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3.13. | a) Increased mammographic density is an independent moderate risk factor for breast cancer. Mammographic density and mammography sensitivity are negatively correlated. | B | 3a | 1 , 15 , 16 , 17 |
b) Evidence on the use of additional imaging procedures is limited. With the exception of high-risk situations, ultrasound currently appears to be a suitable method to supplement mammography. Sonography can increase density-related sensitivity; however, there is no evidence that it reduces mortality. Sonography used for screening purposes is associated with a higher rate of biopsies than the (German) national mammography screening program. | B | 3a | 1 , 8 , 9 , 18 , 19 , 20 , 21 | |
c) Tomosynthesis can increase sensitivity. Trialing tomosynthesis in a quality-assured program should be considered. | B/0 | 1b | 22 , 23 , 24 |