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. 2018 Oct 19;78(10):927–948. doi: 10.1055/a-0646-4522
No. Recommendations/Statements EG LoE Sources
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