Didactics-Clinical Evaluatin of Breast Findings

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In this video, the speaker discusses breast cancer and the clinical evaluation of the breast, focusing on early detection and screening. They emphasize that breast cancer is a common and leading cause of cancer death in women worldwide, but many deaths can be prevented through early detection and screening. The speaker explains that screening is done in asymptomatic women, typically using mammograms for average-risk women over 40 and breast MRI for high-risk women. Early detection, on the other hand, involves identifying breast cancer in women who are already experiencing symptoms. The speaker emphasizes the importance of clinical breast exams and obtaining a thorough medical history to detect breast cancer. They provide guidance on how to perform a clinical breast exam, including patient positioning, inspection, and palpation techniques. The speaker also discusses various findings in the breast and advises on the next steps and appropriate documentation. They highlight the importance of suspicion and further investigation, as well as the limitations of biopsies in ruling out breast cancer. The speaker concludes by mentioning the relevance of pain as a symptom and encourages healthcare providers to be diligent in evaluating breast abnormalities.

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Ana Paula Refinetti
September 2023

Keywords

breast cancer

early detection

screening

clinical breast exams

symptoms