Alcohol consumption and breast lesions: targets for risk-based screening in high-risk Italian women.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Breast cancer in Italy is still the most frequent cancer among women, and alcohol consumption is recognized as a risk factor for its development. Overall, in 2020, approximately 10% of all breast cancer-related deaths were attributable to alcohol consumption. Despite advancements in diagnostics and therapeutic options reducing mortality trends, the incidence of breast cancer is projected to rise in Italy. This study aims to assess how alcohol consumption influences the timing of breast lesion diagnosis. Understanding these associations can enhance primary prevention strategies and support the adoption of a risk-based prevention approach, integrating lifestyle factors into personalized screening programs.

Methods

P.I.N.K. (Prevention, Imaging, Network and Knowledge

SUBMITTER: Cerrai S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12394356 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature