Breast density across a regional screening population: effects of age, ethnicity and deprivation

Breast density (BD) is a recognized risk factor for breast cancer. This study maps density variation across a screening population and identifies demographic distinctions, which may affect density and so impact on cancer development/detection. We focus on the relationship between age, ethnicity and socioeconomic status on density.This retrospective study on a screening population adheres to local patient confidentiality requirements. BD data...