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Cell Population Analyses During Skin Carcinogenesis

Published on: August 21, 2013

Chemoprevention of skin cancer

Ellen Richmond1, Jaye L Viner

  • 1Gastrointestinal & Other Cancers Research Group, National Cancer Institute, Division of Cancer Prevention, Suite 2141, 6130 Executive Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20892-7317, USA.

Seminars in Oncology Nursing
|March 18, 2003
PubMed
Abstract

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This study explores skin cancer chemoprevention, highlighting nurses

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology and Oncology
  • Cancer Prevention Research
  • Molecular Carcinogenesis

Background:

  • Skin cancer chemoprevention is an emerging field.
  • Understanding molecular hallmarks of skin carcinogenesis is crucial.
  • The skin serves as a model for broader cancer prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the principles and science of skin cancer chemoprevention.
  • To define the roles of nurses in skin cancer chemoprevention.
  • To discuss the implications of chemoprevention research for nursing practice.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of journal articles.
  • Analysis of federal government reports.

Main Results:

  • Agents targeting molecular hallmarks of skin cancer are in development.
  • The skin is a valuable model for studying cancer prevention applicable to other organs.

Conclusions:

  • Nurses are vital in clinical trial coordination, public awareness, and patient access to new chemopreventive agents.
  • Nurses facilitate translational research, connecting technological advancements with patient care.

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