出版社：Grupo de Pesquisa Metodologias em Ensino e Aprendizagem em Ciências
摘要：Objective: To understand the relevance of preventive health measures aimed at the early diagnosis of breast cancer. Method: Integrative literature review in which primary data were used in the LILACS, MEDLINE and BDENF databases with established criteria for searching for journals in Portuguese, English and Spanish through the research modalities and levels of evidence in the period of 5 years (2017-2021). Results: Information about the 7 articles contained in the discussion of this literature review is presented. All the results were interpreted and synthesized, through a comparison of the data evidenced in the analysis of the articles. Discussions: It is noticed in some studies the alterations that are suspicious of breast cancer, they were identified through the routine or screening mammography exam and the clinical exam, making it necessary to investigate the type of lesion if it is benign. or evil. Conclusion: Preventive measures for breast cancer have been widely used quantitatively; however, the data point to limitations regarding its adequacy. The socioeconomic level seems to be the main determinant of access to gynecological consultation and, consequently, to other behaviors in the prevention of breast cancer.
