A false positive finding on a screening mammogram is fairly common, according to UC Davis biostatistician Diana Miglioretti, PhD. Here's why.
The group of women least likely to return for a regular preventive screening mammogram after a false positive result surprised this primary investigator.
After a false positive outcome on screening mammography, a short interval call back for repeat imaging was a significant deterrent to future screening.
The most common harm associated with breast cancer screening is a false positive finding; this UC Davis expert wanted to know more about how women respond.
Building trust with patients early on will help them feel comfortable discussing their symptoms and treatment preferences, says JoAnn Pinkerton, MD.
Less than 15% of women in menopause receive treatment for VMS, suggesting a need a for more education and awareness, according to JoAnn Pinkerton, MD.
An expert discussion with JoAnn Pinkerton, MD, national lead for the OASIS clinical trial program of elinzanetant for moderate-to-severe VMS.
JoAnn Pinkerton, MD, national lead for the OASIS clinical trial program evaluating elinzanetant for menopausal VMS, discusses how non-hormonal therapy differs from HRT.
Surya Bhatt, MD, MSPH, is coprincipal investigator for the 2 pivotal phase 3 clinical trials that supported today's landmark FDA approval of dupilumab for COPD.
JoAnn Pinkerton, MD, details the positive findings from the OASIS 1, 2, and 3 studies of elinzanetant and highlights next steps in research.