Frequency and Risk Factors for Melanoma and Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer
Source: Dermatology Advisor, September 2022
The 1-year frequency of melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers (NMSC) in Turkey has been estimated and some of the risk factors in the development of skin cancer have been identified, according to study findings published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Researchers in Turkey aimed to explore risk factors in skin cancer development and to discover the 1-year frequency of melanoma and NMSC.
They conducted an observational study of 7396 individuals that included patients of all age groups (0 to >80 years) admitted to a dermatology clinic in Turkey from September 2020 until September 2021 and their relatives. Evaluations were made for drug and vitamin use, chronic diseases, sun protection habits, and sociodemographic traits.