breast cancers found with annual mammograms over 10 years
mammograms can find some breast cancers early, when the cancer may be more easily treated. often a mammogram can find cancers that are too small for you or your doctor to feel.
the numbers in the graphic include women who are expected to be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer or an early form of non-invasive breast cancer called ductal carcinoma in situ.
the information shown here is based on the best available evidence.
current as of: october 25, 2023
author: healthwise staff
clinical review board
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