Impact of self-reported data on the acquisition of multi-generational family history and lifestyle factors among women seen in a high-risk breast screening program: a focus on modifiable risk factors and genetic referral

摘要

BackgroundThe phrase “high-risk for breast cancer” is used to identify various groups at elevated cancer risk and the appropriate surveillance and risk-reducing strategies differ based on the etiology of risk. Here we review the utility of patient-reported data to capture women with modifiable lifestyle risk factors and those suitable for genetic counseling referral.