University of Lynchburg DMSc Doctoral Project Assignment Repository
Specialty
Primary Care/Family Medicine/Dermatology
Advisor
Dr. Tom Colletti, DHSc, PA-C, DFAAPA
Abstract
Carcinoma of the skin is the most common type of cancer in the United States and the most common type of malignancy in Caucasians. It is estimated that 20% of Americans are going to be diagnosed with skin cancer. Though there are various types of carcinomas the main classifications are broken down into Malignant Melanoma (MM) and Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers (NMSCs), known as Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) and Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC). Major risk factors for developing these cancers are Ultraviolet (UV) radiation, genotypes like fair skin, and family history. Treatment, for the most part, is surgical but includes nonsurgical alternatives such as topicals, cryotherapy, phototherapy, chemotherapy, and more. Prevention of developing skin cancer is focused on screening protocols and patient education.
Recommended Citation
Gill N. Skin Cancer: Prevention and Treatment Strategies. University of Lynchburg DMSc Doctoral Project Assignment Repository. 2022; 4(3).
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