| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2719730 | The American Journal of Medicine | 2011 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Screening mammography use in older Medicare beneficiaries seems to reflect their 4-year risk of mortality rather than age alone, suggesting that patients and providers consider prognosis in screening decisions. Prospective studies are needed to explore the use of the prognostic index as a mammography screening decision tool.
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Authors
Deepika L. MD, MSCR, John G. MD, PhD, Tom G. PhD, William P. MD, MS,