Assessment of knowledge and awareness regarding breast density among breast cancer screening healthcare professionals

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Breast density (BD) reduces mammographic sensitivity and is linked to an increased risk of breast cancer.
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A study assessed knowledge and awareness of BD among healthcare professionals involved in breast cancer screening in Saudi Arabia.
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335 healthcare professionals participated, with radiologists showing significantly higher awareness of BD's impact on mammographic accuracy and breast cancer risk.
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Awareness of BD's effects was significantly associated with respondents' specialty and years of experience, but not gender.
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The study highlights gaps in knowledge and communication regarding BD among healthcare professionals, indicating a need for targeted educational interventions.

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