scholarly journals Systemic Photoprotection in Skin Cancer Prevention: Knowledge among Dermatologists

Biomolecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 332
Author(s):  
Luca Fania ◽  
Francesca Sampogna ◽  
Francesco Ricci ◽  
Mariafrancesca Hyeraci ◽  
Andrea Paradisi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Sampling Procedure ◽  
Skin Cancer Prevention ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Scientific Publications ◽  
Current State ◽  
Skin Cancers ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers

Background: Systemic photoprotection (i.e., administration of substances such as nicotinamide, carotenoids, and vitamin D) may be important to reduce photocarcinogenesis or to support long-term protection against UV irradiation. Clinical trials showed that oral nicotinamide is effective in reducing the onset of new nonmelanoma skin cancers (NMSCs), while other oral photoprotectors failed to achieve the reduction of new melanoma or NMSC formation in humans. The aim of this study was to summarize the current state of knowledge of systemic photoprotection and to evaluate the knowledge and attitude of dermatologists regarding these treatments. Methods: The survey was conducted on a sample of dermatologists recruited according to a snowball sampling procedure. The questionnaire consisted of a first part asking for characteristics of the participant and a second part with 12 specific questions on their knowledge about systemic photoprotection, particularly their knowledge of astaxanthin, β-carotene, nicotinamide, and vitamin D3. Results: One hundred eight dermatologists answered the survey. Most of them (85.2%) stated that oral photoprotectors have a role in the prevention of skin cancer, and responses mainly mentioned nicotinamide. More than half of them (54.6%) had prescribed all the considered oral photoprotectors, but the majority of them had prescribed nicotinamide, mainly for 2 to 3 months during summer, almost invariably (n = 106) associated with topical photoprotectors. Most dermatologists (>80%) were aware of scientific publications demonstrating an effect of systemic photoprotectors on NMSC. Conclusions: Most Italian dermatologists have positive views on oral photoprotection in skin cancer and are aware of the demonstrated potential of nicotinamide in the prevention of NMSCs.

Recognising skin cancers in the dental patient

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 158-165 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carrie Newlands
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Skin Lesions ◽  
Facial Skin ◽  
Older Population ◽  
Skin Cancers ◽  
Dental Patient ◽  
The Face ◽  
Fair Skin

Skin cancer is increasing in incidence and the face is the commonest site for skin cancers to occur. Patients who are at risk from skin cancers include those who have fair skin and who have had long-term exposure to sunshine.1 While facial skin cancers are more common in the older population, greater numbers of younger people are developing these cancers.2-4 Facial skin lesions are common. This article aims to help members of the dental team recognise the features of those lesions which may indicate malignancy or pre-malignancy.

scholarly journals Nonmelanoma skin cancer in the population of the city of Belgrade in the period 1999-2011

2015 ◽  
Vol 143 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 290-295 ◽  
Author(s):  
Goran Videnovic ◽  
Dragan Miljus ◽  
Danijela Ilic ◽  
Dragan Krasic ◽  
Snezana Zivkovic
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Incidence Rate ◽  
Squamous Cell ◽  
Basal Cell ◽  
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer ◽  
Skin Carcinoma ◽  
Skin Cancers ◽  
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers ◽  
The City ◽  
Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma

Introduction. Nonmelanoma skin cancers in the literature are mainly related to basal cell and squamous cell skin carcinoma. Objective. The aim of the study was to determine the trend in the incidence of histological types of nonmelanoma skin cancers in the population of the city of Belgrade from 1999 to 2011. Methods. From the Serbian National Cancer Registry we extracted all recorded cases of skin cancer in Belgrade from January 1st 1999 to December 31st 2011. Incidence rates were standardized by the method of direct standardization with the world population as the standard population. Trends and annual percentage change (APC) of incidence rate were calculated by performing joinpoint regression analyses. Results. Incidence rate of nonmelanoma skin cancer showed significantly increasing trend between 1999 and 2006 with APC of 8.6% (95% CI: 5.6-11.7), basal cell carcinoma increased with APC of 8.4% (95% CI: 5.2-11.6) and squamous cell skin carcinoma with APC of 9.33% (95% CI: 5.7-13.1). The incidence increased with age for both men and women, especially after the age of 60. Conclusion. Our results showed a continuously increasing incidence trend of both basal cell and squamous cell skin carcinomas in the population of the city of Belgrade between 1999 and 2011. Adequate primary and secondary prevention would certainly be successful in reducing this type of cancer in the future.

scholarly journals Nonmelanoma Facial Skin Cancer: A Review of Diagnostic Strategies, Surgical Treatment, and Reconstructive Techniques

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
pp. 117955061986527 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ido Badash ◽  
Orr Shauly ◽  
Christopher G Lui ◽  
Daniel J Gould ◽  
Ketan M Patel
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Treatment ◽  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
The United States ◽  
Diagnostic Strategies ◽  
Skin Cancers ◽  
The Face ◽  
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers ◽  
Frequent Exposure ◽  
Reconstructive Techniques

Nonmelanoma skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and the face is a common area for skin cancer development due to its frequent exposure to the sun. This article focuses on the surgical management of facial nonmelanoma skin cancers, including diagnostic considerations, biopsy techniques, and staging. In addition, we discuss surgical treatment options, including indications, techniques, outcomes, and facial reconstruction following tumor excision.

Skin Cancer

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adèle C. Green ◽  
Catherine M. Olsen ◽  
David J. Hunter
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Cell Carcinoma ◽  
Uv Radiation ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Sun Exposure ◽  
Uv Exposure ◽  
Skin Cancers ◽  
Cells Of Origin ◽  
Solar Ultraviolet

Skin cancer is one of the few types of cancer for which exposure to the major carcinogen, solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation, is strongly implicated on the basis of descriptive epidemiologic data alone. There are three major forms of skin cancer considered in this chapter—melanoma, basal cell carcinoma (BCC), and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)—and each appears to have different causal relations to the pattern and total amount of sun exposure. High-intensity UV exposure and long-term UV exposure appear to be involved differentially in the various skin cancers and their subtypes. Underlying molecular mechanisms are becoming better understood, though many aspects like the cells of origin and the exact roles of intermediate lesions like actinic keratoses and nevi remain unclear. Because exposure of skin to UV radiation is modifiable, skin cancers are substantially preventable.

Implementation of Ultraviolet Radiation Safety Measures for Outdoor Workers

2016 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-124 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erin Maguire ◽  
Alison Spurr
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
General Population ◽  
Ultraviolet Radiation ◽  
Radiation Safety ◽  
Prevention Strategies ◽  
Safety Measures ◽  
Workplace Interventions ◽  
Outdoor Workers ◽  
Skin Cancers ◽  
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers

Ultraviolet radiation (UVR) poses a major risk for outdoor workers, putting them at greater risk for skin cancer. In the general population, the incidence of both melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers is increasing. It is estimated that 90% of skin cancers in Canada are directly attributable to UVR exposure, making this cancer largely preventable with the appropriate precautions. A scoping review was conducted on the barriers and facilitators to UVR safety in outdoor workers to elucidate why these precautions are not in use currently. We discuss these results according to the Hierarchy of Controls as a means to outline effective and feasible prevention strategies for outdoor workers. In doing so, this review may be used to inform the design of future workplace interventions for UVR safety in outdoor workers to decrease the risk of skin cancer in this vulnerable population.

scholarly journals Trending on Pinterest: an examination of pins about skin tanning

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 737-748 ◽  
Author(s):  
Smita C Banerjee ◽  
Vivian M Rodríguez ◽  
Kathryn Greene ◽  
Jennifer L Hay
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Positive Reinforcement ◽  
Positive Outcome ◽  
Skin Cancer Prevention ◽  
Skin Cancers ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Media Platform ◽  
Artificial Tanning ◽  
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers ◽  
Skin Tanning

Abstract Rates of melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers are on the rise in the USA with data revealing disproportionate increase in female young adults. The popularity of intentional skin tanning among U.S. adolescents is attributed to several factors, including prioritization of physical appearance, media images of tanned celebrities, ease of availability of artificial tanning facilities, and more recently, the prevalence and celebration of tanned skin on social media. Pinterest, as the third most popular social media platform, was searched for “pins” about skin tanning. The resultant “pins” were examined to understand the extent and characteristics of skin tanning portrayed on Pinterest. We analyzed pins on Pinterest about skin tanning (n = 501) through a quantitative content analysis. Overall, results indicated an overwhelmingly protanning characteristic of pins about skin tanning on Pinterest, with over 85% of pins promoting tanning behavior. The pins were generally characterized by the portrayal of a female subject (61%) and provided positive reinforcement for tanning (49%). Use of tanning for enhancing appearance was the main positive outcome expectancy portrayed in the pins (35%), and nudity or exposure of skin on arms (32%) and legs (31%) was evident in about a third of pins. With overwhelmingly positive pins promoting tanning, use of female subjects, exhibiting nudity, and appearance enhancement, there seems be to a consistent targeting of female users to accept tanning as a socially acceptable and popular behavior. The findings indicate a need for developing sun protection messages and the leveraging of social media for dissemination of skin cancer prevention and detection messages.

scholarly journals Multiple skin neoplasms in subjects under 40 years of age in Goiania, Brazil

2015 ◽  
Vol 49 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samir Pereira ◽  
Maria Paula Curado ◽  
Ana Maria Quinteiro Ribeiro
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Ultraviolet Radiation ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Skin Neoplasms ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Annual Percentage Change ◽  
Multiple Lesions ◽  
Skin Cancers ◽  
Malignant Skin ◽  
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers

OBJECTIVE To describe the trend for malignant skin neoplasms in subjects under 40 years of age in a region with high ultraviolet radiation indices.METHODS A descriptive epidemiological study on melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers that was conducted in Goiania, Midwest Brazil, with 1,688 people under 40 years of age, between 1988 and 2009. Cases were obtained fromRegistro de Câncer de Base Populacional de Goiânia(Goiania’s Population-Based Cancer File). Frequency, trends, and incidence of cases with single and multiple lesions were analyzed; transplants and genetic skin diseases were found in cases with multiple lesions.RESULTS Over the period, 1,995 skin cancer cases were observed to found, of which 1,524 (90.3%) cases had single lesions and 164 (9.7%) had multiple lesions. Regarding single lesions, incidence on men was observed to have risen from 2.4 to 3.1/100,000 inhabitants; it differed significantly for women, shifting from 2.3 to 5.3/100,000 (Annual percentage change – [APC] 3.0%, p = 0.006). Regarding multiple lesions, incidence on men was observed to have risen from 0.30 to 0.98/100,000 inhabitants; for women, it rose from 0.43 to 1.16/100,000 (APC 8.6%, p = 0.003). Genetic skin diseases or transplants were found to have been correlated with 10.0% of cases with multiple lesions – an average of 5.1 lesions per patient. The average was 2.5 in cases without that correlation.CONCLUSIONS Skin cancer on women under 40 years of age has been observed to be increasing for both cases with single and multiple lesions. It is not unusual to find multiple tumors in young people – in most cases, they are not associated with genetic skin diseases or transplants. It is necessary to avoid excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation from childhood.

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