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by Cory Perla
Feb 6, 20201 min read
Discovery of new RNA molecule could be key for early detection of skin cancer
The discovery of a new RNA molecule could lead to earlier detection of squamous cell carcinoma in the future, according to a new study.
by John Evans
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
By John Evans
Nov 4, 20192 min read
Commensal HPV types may protect against SCC
“This is the first evidence that commensal viruses could have beneficial health effects both in experimental models and also in humans, and
By John Evans
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
by John Evans
Mar 22, 20193 min read
Calcipotriol/5-FU tx for AKs may reduce future SCC development
“This finding provides the first clinical proof-of-concept that an immunotherapy directed against premalignant tumors can prevent cancer,” s
by John Evans
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
by John Evans
Nov 30, 20182 min read
Registry improvements reveal U.K. cSCC rates 3.5x higher than earlier estimates
The discrepancy from earlier estimates is attributed to how rarely cases of these skin cancers were being registered, due to the sheer numbe
by Bianca Quijano
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
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