Critique of mammography screening research and suppression of scientific debate
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Peter C. Gøtzsche
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This article critiques the history of mammography screening research, arguing that dishonest research practices and institutional bias have suppressed debate about its effectiveness. The author, who initiated a debate in 2000 that lasted 12 years, claims The Lancet killed the debate by publishing a flawed review and misleading public comments. The piece documents how the "UK Cancer Empire" — including cancer research organizations and medical journals — systematically undermined evidence questioning the benefits of mammography screening, prioritizing institutional interests over scientific integrity and public health.
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We documented that the randomised trials in mammography screening show that screening is not effective in reducing mortality from breast cancer.
The Lancet killed the debate by publishing a flawed review and by providing seriously misleading comments to the public.
Those who excel in dishonest research often win scientific debates in healthcare.
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