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Breast Cancer Diagnostic Algorithms for Primary Care Providers, June 2011 (4th Ed.)

The Breast Cancer Diagnostic Algorithms for Primary Care Providers was developed to aid primary care clinicians with the work-up of breast abnormalities and to promote the practice of routine risk assessment. Originally published in 1997, the 4th edition incorporates the latest research and guideline updates into a brief, user-friendly format.

Health care providers are encouraged to use the algorithms as an adjunct to clinical decision-making; they are not intended to replace clinical judgment with regard to individual cases.

Contents Breast Cancer Diagnostic Algorithms

1. Risk Assessment Table
2. New Palpable Mass
3. Abnormal Screening Mammogram
4. Spontaneous Unilateral Nipple Discharge
5. Breast Skin Changes/Nipple Retraction
6. Breast Pain in a Non-Lactating Woman
7. Breast Biopsy

Download the Booklet

You can now browse the Breast Cancer Diagnostic Algorithms on all your mobile devices!

  • View online or download the booklet for offline use with your computer, tablet, or smart phone. Choose this version to view online or to download for browsing without a network connection. Easily navigate between the flowcharts, notes, and key messages. (For mobile devices, get the free Adobe Reader X mobile app.)
  • Print the booklet. Download the printable version of the booklet in color or black and white. It is designed to be printed as double-sided pages and bound at the top. Pre-printed booklets may be requested by completing an online form. (Pre-printed booklets are available to California providers only. Currently, we do not ship pre-printed booklets out-of-state.)

Note: Documents in Portable Document Format (PDF) require Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or higher to view. Download Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Algorithm Forms & Tools

The following forms and tools are provided in the appendix of the booklet versions. They can also be downloaded as stand-alone documents from the Algorithm Forms & Tools section.

  • Core Competencies of Clinical Breast Examination
  • CBE Results Documentation Form
  • Breast Cancer History and Risk Assessment Form

For comments or inquiries about this product, please contact:

Public Health Medical Officer II
Every Woman Counts
Department of Health Care Services
MS 7203
P.O. Box 997377
Sacramento, CA 95899-7377
Fax: (916) 449-5310/5311
Email: cancerdetection@DHCS.ca.gov

For technical questions:

Elissa Ellis-MacLeod, MA
Program Specialist
Institute for Public Health
Graduate School of Public Health
San Diego State University
6505 Alvarado Rd., Suite 116
San Diego, CA 92120
Phone: 619-594-0341
Email: emacleod@projects.sdsu.edu

 

Updated: September 26, 2012

 
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