X-rays linked to breast cancer risk

TENS of thousands of women have a dramatically increased risk of breast cancer if they have a chest X-ray, according to research.

X-rays linked to breast cancer risk

IAN JOHNSTON SCIENCE CORRESPONDENT

• A chest X-ray could increase the risk of getting breast cancer
• More than 1 in 500 with the susceptible gene face a dramatic rise in threat
• Women with the BRCA1 and 2 mutation should opt for MRI scans

Key quote "We must interpret these results with caution. This type of study has inherent limitations because it relies on participants recalling the X-rays they have received" - Professor John Toy

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