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Dec 6, 20192 min read

High-dose brachytherapy for BCC, SCC in older patients

“We had a cure rate of 96% in patients with squamous cell carcinoma and 98% in patients with basal cell carcinoma, and cosmetic outlook was

Aug 9, 20192 min read

Number of known genetic contributors to BCC, SCC, doubled

“We compared the genetic information of patients treated for BCCs and SCCs to that from 600,000 people without these cancers—which allowed u

Feb 15, 20192 min read

NMSC of the lower extremities effectively treated with superficial radiation therapy

“The results of this study highlight SRT as a highly effective treatment option for eliminating basal and squamous cell carcinoma lesions on

Oct 23, 20182 min read

Skin cancer: Integrating genetics and sun exposure data allows for improved risk estimates

In future studies, the researchers will replicate the trial in sample populations with non-European heritage. They are also exploring altern

Aug 10, 20182 min read

Six or more BCC in 10 years a warning sign for other cancers

"We discovered that people who develop six or more basal cell carcinomas during a 10-year period are about three times more likely than

Jul 17, 20182 min read

SCC tumours eliminated by HPV vaccine

First, two doses of the 9-valent HPV vaccine were administered into the patient’s arm, six weeks apart. A few weeks later, Dr. Nichols direc

Jan 8, 20183 min read

Using 5-FU to treat actinic keratosis can minimize risk of squamous cell carcinoma requiring surgery

Using the generic skin cream fluorouracil 5% (5-FU) for two to four weeks may reduce the risk of a squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) needing...

May 27, 20174 min read

SSS Vancouver 2017: Skin cancer in darker skin – incidence and presentation

While there is a common perception that skin pigmentation is protective against skin cancer, even individuals with the most pigmented...

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