Automated whole-breast ultrasound: advancing the performance of breast cancer screening.

Screening has been successful in the early detection of some cancers, including cervical, colon, and breast. However, the success in mortality reduction by screening mammography has been limited in women with mammographically dense tissue. Magnetic resonance imaging has been used with success in the screening of high-risk women, but it is expensive.

Comparing quality of care for sexually transmitted diseases in specialized and general clinics.

Objective: The objective of this study was to compare quality of care for patients with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in specialized vs. general clinics.

Methods: The authors conducted a retrospective chart review evaluating compliance with a set of STD-related process of care quality indicators for adult patients seen in six Los Angeles County clinics (two STD specialized clinics and four general medical clinics).