Guidance on screening and symptomatic breast imaging, fifth edition
Date: 2025
Guidance on screening and symptomatic breast imaging, fifth edition replaces the Guidance on screening and symptomatic breast imaging, fourth edition. This guidance does not replace NHS Breast Screening Programme guidance, which should be followed. A review of the previous edition has been undertaken with relevant updates applied in light of new evidence and changing clinical trends. A new section on artificial intelligence has been added, which is expected to expand considerably with future editions.
Within these guidelines, we have tried to use inclusive and descriptive language to describe the people to whom the guidelines refer, with some exceptions. We therefore expect healthcare professionals to consider the needs and preferences of each individual patient, treating them with dignity and respect, while using their clinical judgement to implement recommendations most appropriate to their gender.
When reading this guidance, please consider the following reflective questions:
- What are the benefits to my service of implementing this guidance?
- What are the key barriers to implementing this guidance in my service?
- Does the guidance incite any ideas for quality improvement projects that I, or others in my service, might take forward?
This guidance has been reviewed and endorsed by the Association of Breast Surgery.
