Title of article
Mammography Services in Zambia
Author/Authors
Bwanga, Osward Radiology Department - Co. Offaly - Midland Regional Hospital at Tullamore, Ireland , Chanda, Ernest Radiotherapy Department - Cancer Diseases Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia , Sindaza, Ncheebe Radiotherapy Department - Cancer Diseases Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia , Chipampe Mercy, Nachalwe Imaging Department - Cancer Diseases Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia
Pages
8
From page
12
To page
19
Abstract
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer after cervical cancer and the leading causes of death in women in Zambia. To overcome this challenge, a national early diagnosis of breast cancer programme has been established by the Ministry of Health which includes offering mammography services. This paper aims to review the status of the mammography services in Zambia. The availability of mammography services has significantly improved the diagnosis of breast cancer in this country. However, the delivery of services is being humped by numerous challenges such as lack of awareness, the inconsistent supply of consumables, limited human resources, and lack of education and training programs. There is a need to improve the delivery of mammography services by establishing a well-structured and specialized workforce and bringing services closer to the community
Keywords
Breast , Cancer , Mammographer , Mammography , Zambia
Journal title
International Journal of Medical Reviews
Serial Year
2021
Record number
2714983
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