ABSTRACT:

With millions of people all over the world being affected by it, breast cancer remains a big and ubiquitous health problem that continues to be a concern. With regard to the early identification and treatment of breast cancer, this review paper places a strong emphasis on the central role that diagnostic equipment play. Molecular testing and magnetic resonance imaging are two examples of new technologies that have been used to improve mammography, a crucial screening method for breast cancer. These technologies offer increased sensitivity and specificity in the diagnosis of breast cancers, making mammography an important screening approach. Nevertheless, the provision of screening programs to a diverse variety of persons continues to be a challenge, particularly in locations that have limited materials and resources.

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