Follow-up of abnormal results in an urban community-based breast cancer screening program.

OBJECTIVE

Determine the rates of follow-up for abnormal mammograms and see how they compare with rates of similar programs elsewhere.

DATA: Records from 1990-2000 of the Breast Cancer Awareness Program were analyzed and reviewed to determine follow-up rates.

RESULTS

The follow-up rate for all 11 years was 85%; during the last 7 years the rate has been 90%.

CONCLUSION

Follow-up rates were as good and generally better than those reported in the literature for similar programs. The rates, though good to begin with, improved with the more rigorous training and requirements of the Wisconsin Well Women's Program.