National Mammography Database for Breast Screening
National Mammography Database
American College of Radiology · NCT01900821
This program collects mammogram data from breast imaging centers to give them semi-annual feedback comparing their cancer detection, recall, and positive predictive values to national benchmarks.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 8000000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 2 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | American College of Radiology (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Reston, Virginia) |
| Trial ID | NCT01900821 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The American College of Radiology's National Mammography Database aggregates data that radiology practices already collect under federal mandates to create national and regional benchmarking reports. Participating centers submit screening and diagnostic mammography metrics and receive semi-annual feedback reports including cancer detection rates, positive predictive value, and recall rates. Participation is free for facilities designated as Breast Imaging Centers of Excellence (BICOE). The project is observational and aims to improve quality of mammography through regular performance comparison rather than changing individual patient care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal participants are breast imaging centers—especially ACR-designated Breast Imaging Centers of Excellence—that routinely perform and can submit screening and diagnostic mammography data.
Not a fit: Individual patients may not receive direct clinical benefit from participation, particularly if their imaging facility does not contribute data or if data-driven changes are not implemented locally.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could help imaging centers improve screening accuracy and reduce unnecessary recalls, leading to earlier cancer detection and fewer false positives for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Similar national registries and quality-benchmarking programs, such as the Breast Cancer Surveillance Consortium, have been used to track performance and improve mammography quality, so this approach is established.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * All Exclusion Criteria: * None
Where this trial is running
Reston, Virginia
- ACR — Reston, Virginia, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mythreyi B Chatfield, PhD
- Email: mchatfield@acr.org
- Phone: 703-715-4394
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis