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Secondary Prevention Strategies for Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer

Adriana T Lopez, Richard D Carvajal, Larisa Geskin

    Oncology (Williston Park, N.Y.)
    |April 24, 2018
    PubMed

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    This review examines secondary prevention strategies for nonmelanoma skin cancer, focusing on chemopreventive agents in immunocompetent and immunosuppressed individuals. It highlights the need for targeted efforts to combat rising skin cancer incidence.

    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Dermatology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Skin cancer is a growing global public health concern, with rising incidence despite awareness campaigns.
    • Existing skin cancer prevention strategies require critical evaluation to identify areas for improved patient outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review and evaluate secondary prevention strategies for nonmelanoma skin cancer.
    • To examine chemopreventive agents for nonmelanoma skin cancer in immunocompetent and immunosuppressed populations.

    Main Methods:

    • Systematic review of published literature on nonmelanoma skin cancer secondary prevention.
    • Analysis of data on chemopreventive agents, including investigational therapies.
    • Focus on both immunocompetent individuals and organ transplant recipients.

    Main Results:

    • The review synthesizes current data on chemopreventive agents for nonmelanoma skin cancer.
    • Effectiveness and application in different patient groups are discussed.
    • Investigational therapies are explored for future prevention.

    Conclusions:

    • There is a critical need to refine secondary prevention strategies for nonmelanoma skin cancer.
    • Chemoprevention shows promise, particularly in specific populations.
    • Further research into targeted interventions is essential to curb rising skin cancer rates.

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