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Revista Argentina de Salud Pública

versión impresa ISSN 1852-8724versión On-line ISSN 1853-810X

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RIGANTI, Paula; DISCACCIATI, Vilda; TERRASA, Sergio  y  KOPITOWSKI, Karin. Motivating Factors Influencing Women on Undergoing Mammograms for Breast Cancer Screening. Rev. argent. salud pública [online]. 2018, vol.9, n.37, pp.22-28. ISSN 1852-8724.

INTRODUCTION: There is controversy regarding systematic screening of breast cancer using mammography because of the risks of false positives and overdiagnosis. Some scientific societies started to reevaluate their recommendations by providing information about screening and engaging patients in a shared decision-making process. OBJECTIVES: To understand women's motivations and opinions regarding mammography screening tests. METHODS: A qualitative research study was conducted, performing in-depth interviews to 16 women with a median age of 59 years from a private healthcare system in Buenos Aires city. RESULTS: Women's motivation is based on the idea that prevention is better than cure. It follows an asymmetrical doctor-patient relationship that highlights professional knowledge with a strong influence of mass media, that put the emphasis on benefits of mammography without mentioning its potential risks. CONCLUSIONS: Since many women seem eager to receive complete information about this screening test, it is necessary to improve the decision-making process for preventive health practices.

Palabras clave : Qualitative Research; Mammography; Mass Screening; Decision Making; Quaternary Prevention.

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