Dense breasts may hide cancer: new study aims to improve screening

NCT ID NCT07415499

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Azienda Sanitaria Locale CN2 Alba-Bra Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how breast density affects mammogram accuracy in women aged 45 to 75. Dense breast tissue can make cancers harder to see, leading to missed tumors or unnecessary follow-up tests. Researchers will review past mammograms and test a software tool that automatically measures breast density, hoping to improve future screening guidelines.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this research could help tailor breast cancer screening to individual breast density, potentially reducing false alarms and missed cancers.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly change patient care. Results may not apply to other populations or screening programs.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast neoplasm disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BREAST CANCER SCREENING BREAST CANCER SCREENING AND DIAGNOSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

SSD Fisica Sanitaria - Ospedale Michele e Pietro Ferrero di Verduno (CN) - ASL CN2
RECRUITING

Verduno, Italy/CN, 12060, Italy

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