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Generation and Culturing of Primary Human Keratinocytes from Adult Skin
Published on: December 22, 2017
Skin checks in primary care
Rodney Sinclair1, Nekma Meah2, Alexis Arasu3
1MBBS, MD, FACD, Director, Sinclair Dermatology, East Melbourne, Vic. rodney.sinclair@sinclairdermatology.com.au.
Background:
The incidence of skin cancers in Australia continues to rise. Early detection and timely management are required.
Objective:
This article presents a framework for skin examinations in primary care and outlines the various measures available to facilitate early skin cancer detection. Common characteristics of malignant cancers are also discussed.
Discussion:
Skin cancer awareness campaigns encourage patients to see their general practitioners (GPs) for complete skin examination. GPs are expected to correctly identify benign and malignant skin lesions and understand their high risk patients. A systematic approach to the skin examination combined with knowledge and awareness of diagnostic tools can aid in the early detection of skin malignancies, and prompt escalation as necessary.
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