Scientists probe the mystery of dense breasts and cancer
NCT ID NCT00475761
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study looked at why some women have dense breasts on mammograms and why that increases their risk of breast cancer. Researchers collected tissue samples, medical records, and health updates from 466 women aged 40-65 who were having a breast biopsy. The goal was to understand what makes breast tissue dense and how it might lead to cancer.
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University of Vermont
Burlington, Vermont, 05405, United States
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