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Summary

The Health Insurance Plan of Greater New York (HIP) Breast Cancer Screening Trial was a randomized screening study designed to test if breast cancer mortality rates could be reduced through the use of periodic screening. Periodic screening was composed of an initial examination followed by 3 subsequent annual exams. Screening consisted of a clinical breast examination and mammography. The study concluded that periodic screening resulted in a reduced breast cancer mortality rate. The effect appeared to be concentrated in participants over the age of 50.


Study Years: 1963-1986

Randomized trial with two arms:

  • Arms
    • Arm I: Initial clinical breast examination and mammography followed by 3 annual screens.
    • Arm II: Control arm.

Study Eligibility:
  • Ages Eligible for Study: 40-64 Years
  • Sexes Eligible for Study: Female
  • Had to be enrolled in HIP for at least 1 year
  • No prior breast cancer diagnosis