The power and the pain: Mammographic compression research from the service-users' perspective

Robinson, Leslie; Hogg, Peter; Newton-Hughes, Ann

doi:10.1016/j.radi.2013.04.005

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“…Also, well trained Radiographers would be able to use evidence to improve their practice. For example, the use of practice-based evidence to minimize the pain and discomfort experienced by women during mammography screening, as this would improve the women's satisfaction with the service 26 .…”

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Mammography screening in Nigeria – A critical comparison to other countries

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Breast cancer is a leading cause of death among women, and according to the World Health Organisation (WHO) there will be a significant increase in the incidence of breast cancer in developing countries such as Nigeria by 2030. However, mammography screening can significantly reduce the mortality and morbidity of women as a result of breast cancer. Therefore, the aim of this review is to evaluate the mammography screening program in Nigeria, compare it with four developed countries and then draw inferences. The Nigerian screening program was evaluated using the following factors:mode of invitation, frequency of screening, age of the participants, image projections, imaging staff, quality assurance program, and availability. Similarities exist between Nigeria and four developed countries (the United States of America, United Kingdom, Australia and Canada), for instance trained Radiographers do the imaging and the image projections obtained are the same. However, important differences exist, these include mode of invitation, financial model, quality assurance program and availability. On comparison with the four developed countries, various issues have been identified within the Nigerian breast screening programmes. No one simple solution can be offered to address these as the challenges are multi-factorial.

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Mammography screening in Nigeria – A critical comparison to other countries

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“…Relatively few qualitative studies of the mammography experience have been performed in the UK and they have mostly involved specific population subgroups or focussed on particular aspects of the process (Mathers, McKenzie, & Robertson, 2013;Robinson, Hogg, & Newton-Hughes, 2013;Truesdale-Kennedy, Taggart, & McIlfatrick, 2011). An exception is a 2003 focus group study of breast screening experiences which highlighted the importance of physical pain and discomfort in mammography, and the need for high-quality staff with good interpersonal skills (Hamilton, Wallis, Barlow, Cullen, & Wright, 2003).…”

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Client and practitioner perspectives on the screening mammography experience

2016

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Mammography can be painful and unpleasant, but effective interventions to improve the experience remain scarce. As a first step towards more effective interventions, we aimed to achieve a thorough, contemporary understanding of thoughts, feelings and behaviours which affect and arise from mammography experiences. Research and professional experience suggest that the interaction between client and practitioner may be paramount in determining the quality of a client's experience. Therefore, this study aimed to capture the perspectives of clients and mammography staff from UK breast screening programmes. Thematic analysis of semi‐structured qualitative in‐depth interviews with 22 clients and 18 staff revealed that clients had positive attitudes to breast screening and mostly low knowledge about potential harms. Staff data indicated that some women attend for breast screening under pressure from others. Pain and coping with it were prominent themes, with wide variations in pain experiences. Clients recognised differences in mammographers’ abilities to put them at ease. Staff difficulties included empowering clients within the confines of a taxing technique, and maintaining compassionate care when under strain. Future intervention development should focus on the information and support needs of women prior to the appointment and on effectively training and supporting mammographers to deal with challenging encounters.

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“…Mammography, an x-ray examination of the breast, comprises four images during which the breast is compressed between two paddles. This examination is associated with high patient anxiety related to fear or expectations of pain, the possibility that a cancer could be discovered, false positive findings and the use of ionising radiation 1 . Good quality patient information and preparation can address some of these fears, leading to a more positive experience and ensuring that non-attendance is as a result of considered decision-making rather than fear of the unknown 2 .…”

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“…However, Robinson et al 1 found that women attending for breast screening said they were "not well informed". Although women in Robinson's study received NHS BSP patient leaflets (available at http://www.cancerscreening.nhs.uk/breastscreen/publications/ia-02.html) they said these were not memorable and preferred listening to the experiences of their friends and relatives in order to understand what breast screening entails.…”

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