Pathogenesis and prevention of skin cancer
Journal of the Korean Medical Association
; : 644-648, 2018.
Article
em Ko
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ABSTRACT
The incidence of skin cancer has continuously increased in Korea, probably due to sun exposure and increases in the aging population. Ultraviolet light, a well-known risk factor for skin cancer, can cause DNA damage, mutation, and immune suppression, followed by abnormal proliferation. To prevent photocarcinogenesis, the appropriate use of sunscreen should be emphasized. Using broad-spectrum sunscreens with sun protection factor values of 15 or higher and frequent reapplication are recommended. Controversy exists about whether vitamin D synthesis is inhibited by the use of sunscreen. However, considering that skin cancer most commonly develops on the head and neck area, applying it to the face and neck is reasonable in terms of balancing the risk-benefit ratio.
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Assunto principal:
Pele
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Neoplasias Cutâneas
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Protetores Solares
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Raios Ultravioleta
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Vitamina D
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Dano ao DNA
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Envelhecimento
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Incidência
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Fatores de Risco
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Sistema Solar
Tipo de estudo:
Etiology_studies
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Incidence_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
País/Região como assunto:
Asia
Idioma:
Ko
Revista:
Journal of the Korean Medical Association
Ano de publicação:
2018
Tipo de documento:
Article