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Breast Cancer Diagnostic Algorithms for Primary Care Providers
(Third Edition, June 2005)
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Clarifications and Disclaimer Regarding Practice Standards
Recommendations in these algorithms are for informational purposes only.
They do not represent the only medically or legally acceptable approach to breast cancer
screening and follow-up, but rather are presented with the recognition that there are
alternate and acceptable approaches. Deviations do not necessarily represent a breach of a
medical standard of care. New knowledge, new technologies, clinical or research data,
individual patient needs, and clinical experiences may provide sound reasons for
alternative approaches that may not be described in this document.
PCPs using these algorithms are encouraged to adapt them for each particular patient situation. The special cases or nuances that breast specialists manage are not presented in this document.
Use of algorithms or practice guidelines, and careful documentation, are important for continuity of care, risk management and reimbursement.
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