Mammography interpretation: factors influencing the assessment of accuracy and the perception of abnormality

Abstract

This article examines the issues concerning the assessment of observer performance and the process by which abnormalities are perceived and reported upon in screening mammography. The assessment of observer accuracy and the perception of abnormality are discussed to gain some insight into the image interpretation process. It is surmised that, with further research into these areas, it may be possible to inform educators to adopt teaching strategies that can improve the detection of breast cancers in screening mammography.