Table 1 Descriptive characteristics of breast cancer care systems in Crete, Greece, and for Sweden
From: Paradoxes of breast cancer incidence and mortality in two corners of Europe
GRE | SWE | |
|---|---|---|
Availability of national screening program of breast cancer | Not implemented in practice (low levels of compliance and no reminders from the healthcare systems/clinics etc). | Yes, national mammography screening every second year for all women 40-74 years. |
Streamlined, standardized course of investigation of breast cancer | Not comprehensive | Yes |
Claim of remittancea | No | No |
Specialized breast cancer units/clinics | Yes | Yes |
Cost for health care visit | Yes, general health insurance for all Cretan citizens covering most of the cost. | Yes, a general health insurance for all Swedish citizens covering most of the cost. |