reviewBritish Journal of DermatologyJan 17, 2012Closed access

A systematic review of worldwide incidence of nonmelanoma skin cancer

Queen's Medical Centre

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Abstract

Background

Nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) is the most common cancer affecting white-skinned individuals and the incidence is increasing worldwide.

Objectives

This systematic review brings together 75 studies conducted over the past half century to look at geographical variations and trends worldwide in NMSC, and specifically incidence data are compared with recent U.K. cancer registry data.

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1,917
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100%
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81
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Authors

3

Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Skin cancer
  • Incidence (geometry)
  • Basal cell carcinoma
  • Medicine
  • Demography
  • Basal cell
  • Cancer registry
  • Cancer
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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